Gerund or infinitive: verb patterns – Exercise 1

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Choose the correct form of the verb in brackets: the gerund (-ing form), the to-infinitive, or both.

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  1. I enjoy (read) before bed.
  2. She wants (buy) a new laptop.
  3. We like (walk) after dinner.
  4. He admitted (take) the money.
  5. They decided (leave) early.
  6. I love (cook) for friends.
  7. She avoids (drive) at night.
  8. We can’t afford (replace) the car.
  9. He put off (call) the dentist.
  10. She seems (understand) the problem.

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