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Gerunds After PrepositionsSet 5

1Unit 7Complete the sentences with the-ing form or the infinitive of the verb in brackets.He's very good at ..... (talk) to new people.

2We are looking forward to ..... you.

3It isn't worth ..... the most expensive computer.

4The fact that teens focus more on their friends may leave their parents ..... hurt.

5After prepositions

6Choose the correct gerund to complete: ..... awareness of the impacts of carbon emissions, many companies promote the use of renewable energy resources.

7What are you good at?

8Do you ever dream about ..... famous?

9She joined an athletic club with an eye to ..... ten kilograms.

10Why don't you do what you're told, instead of ..... such a song and dance about it?

11GRAMMAR. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option to complete the sentence: A correction pen is used for ..... your writing mistakes.

12Getting something is not always as easy as .....

13Choose the best answer. ..... the results, we decided to change the plan.

14I'm happy with your idea about ..... shopping

15Throughout the early history of Europe, the Catholic Church played and prominent role in ..... corporate enterprise and in recognizing the liberties of corporation. le

16Low-lying land is vulnerable to ..... (flood)

17All those who passed the test were given a second interview.

18Choose the best completion: My co-worker often participates in fishing, ....., and dancing.

19She is looking forward to ..... to England.

20The police arrested him for speeding.

21What about ..... your teacher for some help?

22I look forward to ..... from you soon

23It is no good ..... to fix this old computer; we should buy a new one.

24One negative influence is (argue) ..... People who argue are more likely to get colds than those who do not.

25Identify the function of the gerund phrase.My son is very interested in playing soccer in college.

26I'm looking forward to ..... with them to the concert.

27I will never forget ..... on a date for the first time.

28Paul Ecke, flower grower and hybridizer, becameA known asB "Mr. Poinsettia" after developing new varieties of the flower and by pioneeringC it as a living symbolD of Christmas. No errorE

29How about ..... a book club?

30Reduce the relative clause:Some patients try various home remedies before they see their doctor.

31Using gerunds after specific prepositions: Fill in the blank with the correct gerund form of the verb. He apologized for ..... (be) late.

32I said that I had no objection to ..... John although my name was James.

33After (swim) ....., I felt really cold.

34Upon ..... the notebook, the expert found that the protective seal had been broken.

35I am too tired by playing findies

36What is the function of the verbal in this sentence?People who are dedicated and good with animals are needed for educating the dogs.

37Choose the correct form: She is looking forward to ..... (to visit, visiting, visit) her family next month.

38I can tell you a lot of information related to travelling, bur about ..... India I must admit I have no idea.

39My grandma said " Stop ..... so many snacks"

40Select the correct word: "They are looking forward to ..... the new movie."

41E. To-infinitive / V-ing (81-100)It's worth ..... that this policy has been successful.

42Determine the FUNCTION of the GERUND in the following sentence:He made a habit of chewing with his mouth open.

43She is interested in ..... a new language.

44USE OF LANGUAGE-GRAMMAR: Gerunds after prepositionsChoose the correct option.The cost of a house in my town has risen recently. (buy)

45He jumped down after shouted a warning to those standing below.

46Fill in the blank: Although they are wealthy, they live a simple life. In spite of ....., they live a simple life.

47Identify the gerund phrase in the following sentence:Grandma thanked me for cooking dinner.

48You've made the dinner. That's nice.Thank you for .....

49How is the gerund phrase functioning?She could not stop talking loudly.

50Consider ..... to your friend about these problems sooner rather than later.

51Before ..... the restaurant, Michael checked to see if he had enough cash to pay.a b c d

52How about ..... garbage? That will protect the environment

53I am tired of trying. The word trying is a gerund because it is an-ing word that is functioning as a noun. What is the function of this gerund?

54Why don't you come to my birthday party next week?-> How about .....?

55How about ..... a presentation about water and air pollution?

56Exercise 1: Identifying Gerunds and Gerund PhrasesIdentify the Gerund or Gerund Phrase in the sentence.9. I became ill after eating the spoiled meat.

57They are sure the extra planning will make a difference in the end.

58What is the gerund phrase?Jason left for school without taking his backpack.

59Teachers can help organise the music concert .....

60What is the function of the gerund in the following sentence? My family is accustomed to eating a small dinner.

61Visitors should avoid shops ..... unusual relics from the area.