Gerund or infinitive: different meanings – Exercise 5

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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. This historic building deserves (restore) rather than demolishing.
  2. I remember (see) that film when I was a teenager.
  3. He tried (reach) the top shelf, but it was too high.
  4. She regrets (sell) her old house.
  5. Don’t forget (take) your keys with you.
  6. Remember (send) me the photos tonight.
  7. After everything she has achieved, she deserves (receive) some recognition.
  8. I’ll never forget (hear) the news for the first time.
  9. We regret (announce) that the event has been cancelled.
  10. If the room feels too hot, try (open) the window.