Some verbs can be followed by either an infinitive or an -ing form. Some can only be followed by an infinitive. Some others can only be followed by -ing forms.
Complete the following sentences with an infinitive or an -ing form.
1. My sister and I enjoy ...................... in the sea.
After enjoy, we use an -ing form.
2. I think you have forgotten .......................... your homework.
3. He works hard ....................... a living.
4. Rani studies .......................... good marks.
5. The traveler requested the passer-by ......................... him a hand.
6. Mother did not let me ......................... out with my friends.
7. He didn’t let me ............................ his room.
8. The children are busy .......................... their project.
9. I am looking forward ........................... you.
10. I meant ........................... the letter, but I forgot.
Answers
1. My sister and I enjoy swimming in the sea.
2. I think you have forgotten to do your homework.
3. He works hard to earn a living.
4. Rani studies to score good marks.
5. The traveler requested the passer-by to lend him a hand.
6. Mother did not let me go out with my friends.
7. He didn’t let me enter his room.
8. The children are busy doing their project.
9. I am looking forward to seeing you.
10. I meant to have posted the letter, but I forgot.
