Negative Infinitives and Split Infinitives

The video tutorial explains the concept of split infinitives in English, which occur when an adverb is placed between 'to' and the verb. It provides guidance on how to avoid them by rearranging sentence structure. The tutorial also highlights common mistakes involving infinitives, especially in negative forms, and offers corrections to improve sentence clarity. Examples are provided to illustrate the correct and incorrect usage of infinitives, emphasizing the importance of proper placement of adverbs and negative words.

What is a split infinitive?

• A verb form that includes 'to' and a verb in simple form

• A verb form that includes 'to' and an adverb

• A verb form that includes 'to' and a noun

• A verb form that includes 'to' and an adjective

How can you correct a split infinitive?

• By placing the adverb at the beginning of the sentence

• By removing the adverb

• By placing the adverb after the verb

• By placing the adverb before 'to'

Where should adverbs ideally be placed in relation to infinitives?

• At the beginning of the sentence

• Before 'to'

• Between 'to' and the verb

• After the verb

What is a common mistake with negative infinitives?

• Placing 'not' after the verb

• Placing 'not' at the end of the sentence

• Placing 'not' before 'to'

• Placing 'not' between 'to' and the verb

Which verbs are often used with negative infinitives?

• Run, jump, and play

• Think, believe, and know

• Say, tell, and ask

• Eat, drink, and sleep

Which sentence is correct?

• I asked her to not do that.

• I asked her not to do that.

• I asked her do not to that.

• I asked her to do not that.

How can 'never' be used with infinitives?

• At the end of the sentence

• Between 'to' and the verb

• After the verb

• Before 'to'

How should you correct a sentence that starts with an infinitive?

• By placing 'not' at the end of the sentence

• By placing 'not' between 'to' and the verb

• By placing 'not' after the verb

• By placing 'not' before 'to'