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Exercises - Gerunds & Infinitives

4. While early computers could only make simple calculations, modern computers have the capability of
__________________ (perform) complex tasks at a greater speed.

5. Mimar Sinan used advanced techniques to build great structures that are still standing, so there is no point in
__________________ (question) his profound talent and knowledge.

6. In order to avoid __________________ (recognise) by his victim, the robber disguised himself as a utility worker.
7. In the later sessions of the conference, the speakers spoke very quickly and did their presentations hastily for fear of
__________________ (fall) behind schedule.
8. The young athlete was very proud of __________________ (come) first in the race since __________________
(win) a gold medal was her lifelong dream.

9. Parents should discourage their children from __________________ (spend) too much time on screens, considering
the risk of __________________ (develop) chronic neck and back problems.
10. After so many hours without __________________ (inform) the passengers about the delays, the railroad
company apologised for __________________ (cause) the disruption in the service.
11. The school management seems to have succeeded in __________________ (establish) a sense of environmental
consciousness in students since you cannot see them _______________ (litter) in the school.

12. The revised insurance policy resulted in the driver __________________ (pay) for services that would otherwise
have been covered by the insurance company.

13. I appreciate the company’s __________________ (follow) all safety rules in order to eliminate workplace injury
risks in the construction area.
14. Canan Dağdeviren has caught interest in the scientific world by __________________ (win) a prestigious prize
for her studies on biocompatible devices as well as __________________ (select) as a Junior Fellow to the
Harvard University Society of Fellows.
15. The high accommodation prices deterred the young couple from __________________ (spend) their summer
vacation abroad.
16. The officer admitted __________________ (bribe) after the surveillance camera footage was exposed in court.

D) Complete the following sentences with the correct form of infinitives. Use the verbs in brackets. More than
one answer is possible.

1. Municipalities have enough money and time __________________ (invest) in infrastructure development projects
that can enhance the quality of life for their residents.
2. Children’s literature might __________________ (have) a significant influence on the development of a child’s
imagination as well as their passion for reading.
3. The Louvre Museum’s vast collection of masterpieces from various eras and cultures is a cultural landmark
__________________ (visit) once in a lifetime.

4. Patients who did not have serious health problems were made __________________ (wait) longer for their scheduled
appointments to accommodate more urgent cases.

5. The manager is pleased __________________ (finish) the project ahead of schedule and under budget and
commends the team for their hard work and dedication.
6. One remarkable fact about penguins is that each species has a unique call, allowing individuals __________________
(find) their mate and chicks in large colonies.

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