Afraid To vs. Afraid Of

Some adjectives are followed by an infinitive. Some are followed by of + ing form. Some adjectives can be followed by either an ing form or an infinitive but there is usually a difference of meaning.

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1. I am .................................. alone in my house.

2. It is a dangerous place. People are afraid ........................... there.

3. I was afraid .................................. him the truth.

4. I was afraid .............................. him alone. I was worried that he would harm himself.

5. I always drive carefully. I am afraid ............................. an accident.

6. We walked carefully. We were afraid ...........................

7. I stay away from dogs. I am afraid ..................................... bitten.

8. I heard a knock on the door. However, I was afraid ............................... the door.

9. Those interested .......................... the club should contact the undersigned today itself.

10. I am interested ........................... a new car.

11. I was interested ............................ that John and Mary are getting married.

12. I am interested .......................... what you think of our work.

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