English Grammar in Use Unit 53 Verb + -ing

 
1) Complete the sentences for each situation using -ing.

She suggested going to the zoo.

He didn’t fancy .

She admitted .

She suggested .

He denied .

They didn’t mind .


2) Complete each sentence with one of the following verbs (in the correct form).

1 He tried to avoid my question.

2 Could you please stop so much noise?

3 I enjoy to music.

4 I considered for the job, but in the end I decided against it.

5 Have you finished the newspaper yet?

6 We need to change our routine. We can’t go on like this.

7 I don’t mind you my phone, but please ask me first.

8 My memory is getting worse. I keep things.

9 I’ve put off this bill so many times. I really must do it today.

10 What a stupid thing to do! Can you imagine anybody so stupid?

11 I’ve given up to lose weight - it’s impossible.

12 If you gamble, you risk your money.


3) Complete the sentences so that they mean the same as the first sentence.

1 I can do what I want and you can’t stop me.

You what I want.

2 It’s not a good idea to travel during the rush hour.

It’s better to avoid during the rush hour.

3 Shall we paint the kitchen next weekend instead of this weekend?

Shall we postpone until next weekend?

4 Could you turn the music down, please?

Would you mind , please?

5 Please don’t interrupt all the time.

Would you mind all the time?


4) Use your own ideas to complete these sentences. Use -ing.

1 She’s a very interesting person. I always enjoy…

2 I’m not feeling very well. I don’t fancy…

3 I’m afraid there aren’t any chairs. I hope you don’t mind…

4 It was a beautiful day, so I suggested…

5 It was very funny. I couldn’t stop…

6 My car isn’t very reliable. It keeps…


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