Using Gerunds and Infinitives Correctly

Using Gerunds and Infinitives Correctly

Grade 10th Grade ยท ELA ยท 60 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can use gerunds and infinitives correctly in sentences.

Warm-Up Video

BBC Learning English ยท 4:36

Gerund or infinitive? Ask BBC Learning English

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    After a preposition, use the gerund form of a verb, not the infinitive.

  • 2

    After an adjective, you generally use the infinitive form of a verb.

  • 3

    Verbs about likes and dislikes are generally followed by the gerund, while verbs about plans and intentions are normally followed by the infinitive.

Practice Questions

12 questions ยท Multiple choice & Short answer & Fill in the blank

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

โ€œComplete the following sentence using either a gerund or an infinitive: I am looking forward _____ (see) you soon.โ€

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