INFINITIVES

TO VERB = INFINITIVEInfinitives can be used as Nouns , adjectives, or adverbs.

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Infinitives can be followed after expressing a wish , will and order:a)I want you to visit France.b)I’d like to visit the USA.Infinitives can be followed after expressing a perceptionc)I can hear them say that it’s goodIt can be followed after I’d better and I’d ratherd)I’d rather go to the Zoo but I’d better stay at home to work.

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USES OF THE INFINITIVES

RULE 1The Infinitives with or without adjuncts , may be used, like a noun-As the subject of a verb; as,ExamplesTo find fault is easy.To err is human.

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RULE 2As the Object of a transitive Verb; as,

Examples

I do not mean to read.He likes to play cards.

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RULE 3As the Complement of a Verb; as,

Examples

Her greatest pleasure is to sing.His custom is to ride daily.

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RULE 4As the object of the preposition; as,ExamplesHe had no choice but to obey.The speaker is about to begin.

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• RULE 5 As the objective complement; as, ExamplesI saw him go.

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An infinitive can also be used to qualify a Verb:(E.g.)He called to see my brother. We eat to live.An infinitive can also be used to qualify an Adjective:(E.g.) The figs are good to eat. The boys are anxious to learn.An infinitive can also be used to qualify a Noun.(E.g.) This is not the time to play. He is a man to be admired.An infinitive can also be used to qualify a sentence.(E.g.)To tell the truth , I quiet forget my promise.

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Try this!Complete the phrases with a to +verbal or a verbal base only by using the bracket clues:1)The conductor makes his musicians………in tune(play).2)My parents want…………….classical music.(me/listen to).3)They wont……...me….……to the Zenith.(let/go)4)I’d like…………an instrument(play).5)You’d better………CD’s.(buy)

NOTE:MAKE THE KID FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH INFINITIVES.

NOTE:MAKE THE KID FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH INFINITIVES.