Question

4. Complete the sentences using the suitable verb and the suitable form (gerund or infinitive) of the verbs in bractets.
1. Although I am almost sure that I saw him at the party, he denies/refuses being (to
be) there.
2. I can’t help/can’t stand _____________ (to get) stuck in a traffic jam, especially when I’m in a
hurry.
3. Though everybody knew she was guilty, she managed somehow to afford/avoid
_____________ (to be) punished.
4. Just look at this house! It’s so expensive! We can’t allow/afford _____________ (to buy) it.
5. In her essay she omitted/admitted ____________ (to mention) so many facts, that it seemed
incomplete.
6. I’m feeling ill; I think I’ll persuade/postpone _____________ (to meet) with my friends.

Answer 1

Respuesta:

Denies, being

Can't stand, getting stuck

Avoid, being

Afford, to buy

Ommited to mention

Postpone, meeting