Practice 1--Gerunds and Infinitives

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Practice #1
Gerunds and Infinitives

Complete the sentence with the correct form (infinitive or gerund) of the verb.

1. I intend _____ to Brazil in August. (go)

2. I arranged _____ my vacation during the last two weeks. (take)

3. I considered _____ to Venezuela or Argentina first. (go)

4. But I decided _____ them for next year. (leave)

5. The government has required me _____ a visa to go to Brazil. (get)

6. That involves _____ in a long line at the consulate. (stand)

7. I didn't mind _____ the $45 fee. (pay)

8. But I hate _____ in lines. (wait)

9. I also detest ______ passport photos. (get)

10. I really want _____ Brazil, so I did it. (see)

11. I haven't begun _____ yet. (pack)

12. I'll start soon because I can't stand _____ in a rush. (pack)

13. I remembered _____ my neighbor to take care of my dog. (ask)

14. He doesn't really mind _____ behind. (stay)

15. But he always loves _____ us come back! (see)