Using Infinitives to Add Precise Meaning to Writing

This video tutorial explains the concept of verbals, focusing on gerunds and infinitives. It introduces the 'verb FBI list' of verbs that must be followed by infinitives, providing examples and practice exercises. The tutorial guides students through identifying and using infinitives in sentences, emphasizing the importance of precise language in writing.

What is a gerund and how does it function in a sentence?

• A verb acting as an adjective

• A verb acting as a noun

• A verb acting as an adverb

• A verb acting as a conjunction

Which of the following is an example of an infinitive?

• Running

• Ran

• To run

• Runs

What is the purpose of the verb FBI list?

• To list verbs that must be followed by a gerund

• To identify verbs that can be used as adjectives

• To list verbs that must be followed by an infinitive

• To identify verbs that can be used as adverbs

In the sentence 'Aaron is learning to play chess,' what is the role of 'to play'?

• It is an adjective describing chess

• It is the main verb of the sentence

• It is a gerund acting as a noun

• It is an infinitive explaining the purpose of learning

Which verb from the following list requires an infinitive to follow it?

• Finish

• Enjoy

• Avoid

• Decide

How should the sentence 'Armstrong loved combining music' be revised using the verb FBI list?

• Armstrong loved to combine music

• Armstrong loved combine music

• Armstrong loved combined music

• Armstrong loved combines music

What is the correct revision for 'Armstrong wanted developing his skills'?

• Armstrong wanted develop his skills

• Armstrong wanted to develop his skills

• Armstrong wanted developed his skills

• Armstrong wanted develops his skills