Gerunds and Infinitives in English

This video tutorial covers the use of gerunds and infinitives in English. It explains the difference between gerunds and infinitives, provides examples of verbs that can be followed by either form without changing meaning, and highlights verbs that change meaning depending on whether they are followed by a gerund or an infinitive. The tutorial also offers rules for when to use each form and includes a practice exercise to reinforce learning.

What is a gerund?

• A verb form with 'to'

• A past tense verb

• A noun form of a verb

• A verb form ending in -ing

Which of the following verbs can be followed by either a gerund or an infinitive with no change in meaning?

• Admit

• Consider

• Begin

• Avoid

When 'like' is followed by a gerund, what does it emphasize?

• The preference

• The process itself

• The result

• The subject

Which verb can change meaning when followed by a gerund or an infinitive?

• Begin

• Forget

• Continue

• Start

Which verb is always followed by a gerund?

• Agree

• Plan

• Delay

• Decide

What is the rule for using a gerund after a preposition?

• Use an infinitive

• Always use a gerund

• Use a past participle

• Use a noun

Which verb is followed by an infinitive to express purpose?

• Want

• Enjoy

• Avoid

• Finish

Which adjective requires an infinitive after it?

• Happy

• Tired

• Bored

• Hungry

Which verb requires an object before the infinitive?

• Decide

• Plan

• Hope

• Teach

Fill in the blank: Would you like _____ the evening with me and my family?

• spending

• to spend

• spent

• spend