Understanding Infinitives and Their Functions

This video tutorial by Hoshi explains the concept of infinitives in English. It covers the definition, structure, and various functions of infinitives in sentences, such as acting as nouns, adjectives, and adverbs. The tutorial provides examples to illustrate these roles and discusses when not to use infinitives. The video concludes with a summary and additional tips for understanding and using infinitives effectively.

What is the main topic of the lesson introduced by Hoshi?

• Gerunds in English

• Conjugation in English

• Participles in English

• Infinitives in English

How is an infinitive defined in the lesson?

• A continuous form of a verb

• A future form of a verb

• A past form of a verb

• A base form of a verb

What is a zero infinitive?

• An infinitive without 'to'

• An infinitive with 'to'

• An infinitive in past tense

• An infinitive in future tense

Which of the following is NOT a function of an infinitive?

• Noun

• Adjective

• Adverb

• Conjunction

In the sentence 'To run daily keeps you fit', what role does 'to run' play?

• Subject

• Adjective

• Adverb

• Object

In the sentence 'I need a place to live', what role does 'to live' play?

• Adjective

• Adverb

• Object

• Subject

In the sentence 'He called me to borrow some money', what role does 'to borrow' play?

• Adjective

• Adverb

• Object

• Subject

Which verbs should not be followed by infinitives according to the lesson?

• Verbs of avoiding

• Verbs of liking

• Verbs of saying

• Verbs of thinking