Gerund or infinitive: different meanings – Exercise 2

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Choose the correct form of the verb in brackets according to the meaning of the sentence: the gerund (-ing form) or the to-infinitive.

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  1. He tried (open) the jar, but the lid was too tight.
  2. We need to get (move) if we want to catch the train.
  3. She forgot (send) the email before she left.
  4. After all her hard work, she deserves (win) the award.
  5. He stopped (talk) when the teacher entered the room.
  6. Over the next few months, I got (know) my new neighbours quite well.
  7. If the sauce tastes too rich, try (add) a little lemon juice.
  8. This old carpet deserves (replace) after so many years.
  9. I’ll never forget (meet) her at that conference.
  10. On the way home, we stopped (buy) some groceries.