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Grammarway2 Ex13

Put the verbs in brackets into the correct infinitive form or the -ing form.

1. A: Are you busy (READ)?
B: Yes, but I don't mind (HELP) you. What do you want?
A: Do you know the answer to this question?
B: Yes. Look, I'll show you how (DO) it yourself.

2. A: I've decided (GET) a part-time job.
B: Really? What kind of job do you want (FIND)?
A: Well, I really enjoy (LOOK AFTER) animals, so I wouldn't mind (WORK) in a pet shop.

3. A: The police caught the man who burgled my house last month.
B: Really? How did they manage (CATCH) him?
A: I don't know, but he admitted (STEAL) things in our neighbourhood.
B: Well, I'm happy (HEAR) that the thief was caught.

4. A: Let's (GO) to the ice-rink at the weekend.
B: You know I hate (ICE-SKATE).
A: But you've only tried it once. Anyway, you love (ROLLER-SKATE). It's the same thing.
B: That's different.

5. A: Dad, Lucy has started (HAVE) riding lessons. Will you let me (GO) riding too?
B: Do you really want (GO)?
A: Yes, I'd (LOVE) to.
B: Well, I'll talk to your mother and, if she agrees, I'm sure we can (ARRANGE) some lessons for you.
A: Thanks Dad.

6. A: Did you know that Scott is going to ask Laura (MARRY) him?
B: Really? How do you know that?
A: I saw them (LOOK) at engagement rings in a jewellery shop.
B: Oh, that's interesting.

7. A: Are you looking forward to (GO) on holiday?
B: Yes, I'm busy (PLAN) my week.
A: I suggest (VISIT) the museums and art galleries. They're fascinating.
B: That's a good idea. Actually, I wanted (ASK) you what the town is like before I decide what (DO).