Tests: ing and infinitive

TESTS :

–ING AND INFINITIVE
TEST 1 :

1. It’s no use (worry) about it.
2. Please remember (post) the letter.
3. I saw Ann (wait) for the bus.
4. I difficulty (find) a place to live.
5. I’ll do the shopping when I’ve finished (clean) the flat.
6. As it was late, we decided (take) a taxi home.
7. I like George but I think he tends (talk) to much.
8. How old were you when you learn (drive)?
9. I don’t fancy (go) out this evening.
10. He admitted (steal) the money.
11. He suggested (go) to the cinema.
12. I enjoy (dance).
13. Would you mind (close) the door ?
14. They agreed (lend) me some money when I told them the position I was in.
15. They now regret (get) married.
16. They pretended (not, see) me as he passed me in the street.
17. You seem (lose) weight.
18. Have you ever considered (go) to live in another country?
19. Can you show me how (change) the film in this camera?
20. I can’t imagine George (ride) a motor-bike.
21. I asked (see) the manager.
22. He would like (come).
23. Everybody wanted him (win) the race.
24. Can somebody help me (move) this table.
25. Remind me (phone) Ann tomorrow.
26. He warned me (not, touch) anything.

27. He denied (steal) the money.
28. It’s no good (try) to persuade me. You won’t succeed.
29. Can you smell something (burn) ?
30. I’ve got a terrible headache. I tried (take) an aspirin but it didn’t help.
31. He would like me (come).
32. How often do you go (swim)?
33. I’m tired. I’d rather (not/go) out this evening, if you don’t mind.
34. I daren’t (tell) him what happened.
35. It’s about time Jack (do) some work for his examination.
36. I’d rather you (not, tell) anyone what I said.
37. Tom prefers (drive) rather than (travel) by train.
38. I have to meet Tom in ten minutes. I’d better (go) now or I’ll be late.
39. It’s a waste of time (read) that book. It’s rubbish.
40. It was so late when we got home, it wasn’t worth (go) to bed.
41. It’s time (go) home.
42. I need (take) more exercise.


43. I tried to be serious but I couldn’t help (laugh).
44. This jacket is rather dirty. It needs (clean).
45. I clearly remember (lock) the door before I left?
46. I was very tired. I tried (keep) my eyes open but I couldn’t.
47. Ann hates (fly).
48. I don’t like people (shout) at me.
49. I would like (be) rich.
50. It has started (rain).

TEST 2 :
51. Do you have any difficulty (get) a visa?
52. There’s no point in (buy) a car if you don’t want to drive it.

53. My house is a short walk from here. It’s not worth (take) a taxi.
54. She found him (read) her letters.
55. They decided (not, go) out because of the weather.
56. I asked Tom (help) me.
57. He’s shy. He has difficulty in (talk) to people he doesn’t know well.
58. It’s a waste of money (buy) things you don’t need.
59. Don’t forgot (post) the letter I gave you.
60. I spent hours (try) to repair the clock.
61. The teacher was very strict. Nobody dared (talk) during his lesson.
62. I waste a lot of time (day-dream).
63. Tom prefers (drive) to (travel) by train.
64. Do you want me (come) early ?
65. You should go and see the film. It’s really worth (see).
66. “Shall we go by train?” “Well, I’d prefer (go) by car.”
67. I’d prefer (stay) at home tonight rather than (go) to the cinema.
68. I’d rather (stay) at home than (go) to the cinema.
69. I’d rather (cook) the dinner now.
70. I’d rather you (cook) the dinner now.
71. We’ve almost run out of petrol. We’d better (stop) at the next petrol station to fill up.
72. It’s nearly midnight. It’s time we (go) home.
73. There was a lot of traffic but we managed (get) to the airport in time.
74. I was warned (not, touch) anything.
75. He doesn’t allow (smoke) in his office.
76. I wouldn’t recommend you (stay) at that hotel.
77. Hot weather makes me (feel) uncomfortable.
78. why are you still in bed? It’s time you (get) up.
79. Mr. Thomas doesn’t let anyone (smoke) in his office.
80. I only did it because I was made (do) it.
81. Ann offered (look) after the children when we were out.
82. Why hasn’t Sue arrived yet? She promised not (be) late.

83. Jill has decided not (buy) a car.
84. You’re very selfish. It’s high time you (realize) that you’re not the most important
person in the world.


85. I saw her (go) out.
86. I’m sure you have no difficulty (pass) the examination.
87. I’m sorry I broke the glass. Someone pushed me and I couldn’t help (drop) it.
88. Everyone helped (clean) up after the party.
89. Our neighbor threatened (call) the police if we didn’t stop the noise.
90. Do you think the grass needs (cut)?
91. He could remember (drive) along the road just before the accident happened but he
couldn’t remember the accident itself.
92. I’ve arranged (play) tennis tomorrow afternoon.
93. She advised me (tell) the police about the accident.
94. Jack’s parents have always encouraged him (study) hard.
95. We were kept at the police station for an hour and then allow (go).
96. Please try (be) quiet when you come home. Everyone will be asleep.
97. Having a car enables you (travel) around more easily.
98. “I can’t find anywhere to live”. “Why don’t you try (put) an advertisement in the
newspaper?”
99. I would like (play) tennis today.
100. The baby began (cry).

TEST 3 :
1. There was no point in (wait), so we went.
2. I only did it because they made me (do) it.
3. She wouldn’t let me (read) the letter.
4. People often have great difficulty (read) my writing.
5. I wouldn’t dare (ask) him.

6. Tom refused (lend) me any money.
7. Do you think this book is worth (read).
8. I prefer (live) in the country rather than (live) in the city.
9. “Shall I stay here?” “Well, I’d rather you (come) with us.”
10. It’s time the children (be) in bed.
11. You don’t look very well. You’d better (not, go) to work today.
12. He doesn’t allow anyone (smoke) in his house.
13. They let me (drive) his car yesterday.
14. The thief got into the house because I forgot (shut) the window.
15. I shouted to him. He pretended not (hear) me but I’m sure he did.
16. The film was sad. It made me (cry).
17. I didn’t expected it (rain).
18. Why do you dislike (live) here?
19. Tom doesn’t mind (work) at night.
20. I don’t like that house. I would hate (live) there.
21. I can’t stand (visit) museums
22. I’d prefer (think) about it for a while rather then (decide) now.
23. I don’t recommend (eat) in that restaurant.
24. I don’t know Jack, but I’d like (meet) him.


25. I wouldn’t dare (wear) clothes like that.
26. Sometimes I tend (be) a bit lazy.
27. I got Jack (repair) my car.
28. Could you please stop (make) so much noise.
29. Does your job involve (meet) a lot of people.
30. He left without (say) goodbye.
31. I considered (take) the job but in the end I decided against it.
32. Not many people can afford (buy) a Rolls Royce.
33. One day I hope (have ) enough money to travel around the world.

34. John persuaded me (play) tennis.
35. The sudden noise made me (jump).
36. If you use the shower, try and avoid (splash) water on the floor.
37. Have you finished (wash) your hair yet?
38. He admitted (steal) the car but denied (drive) it dangerously.
39. They had to postpone (go) away because their son was ill.
40. She was made (tell) lies.
41. He tried (reach) the shelf but he wasn’t tall enough.
42. What do you intend (do) about this problem.
43. “Did you remember (phone) Ann?” “Oh no, I completely forgot.”
44. If you walk into the road without (look), you risk (knock) down by a car.
45. Those shirts need (iron) but you don’t need (do) it now.
46. It’s a waste of time (read) newspapers.
47. I’d prefer (eat) at home.
48. I’d prefer (wait) for a few minutes rather than (leave) now.
49. He looks so funny. When I see him, I can’t help (smile).
50. He is not allowed (go).
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