Unit 3 - "Mind Power". Grammar. Verb + (object) + -ing form and infinitive (Gateway 2nd edition B2+).

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb given.

1 After finishing the report, she went on         some letters. (type)

2 Some people forget things because the brain fails            the item from memory. (collect)

3 If you want to improve your memory, I suggest       some simple exercises every day. (do)

4 Jane volunteered              in a memory development experiment. (take part)

5 I recommend          that film as some of the scenery is mesmerising. (watch)

6 Don’t give up        to learn the poem just because you find it difficult. (try)

7 My memory isn’t very good. I always forget       things unless I make a list. (do)

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You’ll catch a cold _________ only a T-shirt in this weather.

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We can’t persuade him __________ any more tests on his memory.

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I didn’t notice them __________ as I was too busy watching the show.

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If someone shows me how to do something, it helps me ___________ the action more quickly.

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The teacher makes him __________ every day as he says that is the best way to learn.

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Let’s encourage him ___________ another song for tomorrow’s concert.

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I regret __________ you that there is no money left in your account.

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I don't remember ________ in this hotel before.

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She'll never forget ________ over the Alps.

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On the way home she stopped ________ some bread.