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Infinitive Without To – Quiz 1
Infinitive Without To Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the ability to recognize and use infinitives correctly, particularly focusing on their usage after modal verbs, in specific verb constructions, and in expressing intentions or purposes. It also tests understanding of when to use infinitives with or without "to."
Quiz Instructions
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1.
They tend ..... (do) better. Winning-it's all in the mind!
A) To do.
B) Do.
C) Doing.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to do" is required after the verb "tend" in this context to indicate a general tendency or habit. The phrase "They tend to do better" means that they generally perform well, which fits grammatically and logically.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "To do" is the infinitive form needed after "tend."
Option B:
Incorrect. "Do" alone does not fit grammatically here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Doing" is a gerund, which cannot follow "tend" in this way.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
2.
You must ..... your work today
A) Finishing.
B) Finish.
C) Finished.
D) To finish.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Finish.
The sentence requires an infinitive without the 'to' to be grammatically correct and concise. "You must finish your work today" uses the base form of the verb 'finish' after 'must'.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Finishing" is a gerund, not an infinitive without 'to'. It would be used differently in this sentence.
Option B:
"Finish" is the correct answer as it uses the base form of the verb after 'must'.
Option C:
"Finished" is a past tense form, which does not fit here. The sentence requires an infinitive without 'to'.
Option D:
"To finish" includes the 'to', making it a full infinitive and incorrect in this context.
3.
Do you want ..... (join) my birthday party?
A) To join.
B) To joining.
C) Joining.
D) Join.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of the verb "join" is correctly used in Option A:
To join.
In English, when an infinitive (verb without 'to') follows a modal or auxiliary verb like "do," it should begin with "to." This rule applies to questions and requests as well.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses the infinitive form beginning with "to."
Option B:
Incorrect. Adds an unnecessary 'to' before "joining," making it redundant.
Option C:
Incorrect. Omits "to" which is required in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. Omits "to" and does not start with the infinitive form.
4.
I intend ..... ( finish) my work very early.
A) Finish.
B) To finish.
C) Finishing.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of the verb "to finish" is required after the phrase "I intend." In English, when expressing intentions, purposes, or plans, we use the infinitive without 'to.' Therefore, the correct answer is
To finish.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Finish. - Incorrect as it lacks the infinitive marker 'to.'
Option B:
To finish. - Correct as it uses the infinitive form without 'to.' after "intend."
Option C:
Finishing. - Incorrect as it is a gerund, not an infinitive.
Option D:
None of the above. - Incorrect as Option B is correct.
5.
I've refused ..... ( participate) in the protest.
A) Participate.
B) To participate.
C) Participating.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to participate" is used correctly in the sentence to indicate a purpose or intention. In English, when an infinitive (beginning with 'to') follows verbs like 'refuse', it is necessary for grammatical correctness.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Participate - This option omits the required "to" before the verb.
Option B:
To participate - This is the correct form, using the infinitive with 'to'.
Option C:
Participating - This is a gerund (verb form used as a noun), not an infinitive and thus incorrect here.
Option D:
None of the above - Not applicable since Option B is correct.
6.
I need (make) a quick phone call. I'll be back in a second.
A) Making.
B) To make.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to make" is used correctly in the sentence to indicate purpose or intention. The phrase "I need (make) a quick phone call" implies that making the call is necessary, and thus requires the use of "to make."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Making" is not an infinitive form.
Option B:
Correct. "To make" is the proper infinitive form used to express purpose or intention in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. Both options A and B are incorrect, so C cannot be correct.
Option D:
Incorrect. The correct answer has been identified as "To make."
7.
Kids must ..... their meals before they leave the table.
A) Finish.
B) To finish.
C) Finishing.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because the sentence requires an infinitive without "to" after the verb "must." The structure "must finish" is a common way to express necessity in English, where "finish" functions as the main verb and does not require "to."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses infinitive without "to."
Option B:
Incorrect. Includes unnecessary "to."
Option C:
Incorrect. Does not use infinitive form.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
8.
We want ..... to the park in this weekend.
A) Go.
B) Going.
C) To go.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to go" is required in the sentence to express the intention of going to the park. In English, when we want to talk about plans or intentions, we use the infinitive without 'to' only after certain verbs like 'want', 'need', 'hope', etc., but not with 'wanna' (informal) or 'let's'. Here, "We want" is a formal verb that requires the full infinitive "to go".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Go" alone does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Going" is a gerund, which cannot be used here as it implies an ongoing action rather than a plan or intention.
Option C:
Correct. "To go" is the full infinitive form required after "want".
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
9.
Ricky loves (be) a translator. He has worked as a translator for over twenty years and he really enjoys what he does.
A) Being.
B) To be.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Ricky loves (be) a translator" requires the use of an infinitive without 'to'. The correct form is "Being", making option A the right choice. This construction is used to express a state or condition, fitting well with the context that Ricky enjoys his role as a translator.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses the infinitive without 'to'.
Option B:
Incorrect. "To be" is not used here.
Option C:
Incorrect. Includes both forms, which is redundant and incorrect in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. All other options are correct.
10.
I encourage ..... (athletes/talk) to themselves before a big race.
A) Athletes talking.
B) Athletes talk.
C) Athletes to talk.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs that express encouragement, permission, and obligation such as "encourage." In this case, the correct form is "Athletes to talk," making option C the right choice. This construction indicates a direct command or suggestion.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; it uses the gerund form which does not fit here.
Option B:
Incorrect; it uses "talk" as a base verb without the infinitive marker "to."
Option C:
Correct; it uses the infinitive form "to talk" after "encourage."
Option D:
Incorrect; there is a correct option.
11.
Our teacher won't let us ..... (use) dictionaries during the test.
A) To use.
B) To using.
C) Use.
D) Using.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs, such as "allow," "force," and "let." In this sentence, the verb "won't let us" requires the base form of the verb "use" to complete the infinitive phrase.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The infinitive should not include "to."
Option B:
Incorrect. The infinitive should not include "to."
Option C:
Correct. This is the base form of the verb needed after "let us."
Option D:
Incorrect. The infinitive should not include "to."
12.
Can you ..... me with my bags?
A) Helping.
B) To help.
C) Help.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs, such as "can," indicating ability or willingness to perform an action. In the sentence "Can you ... me with my bags?" the verb "can" is followed by an infinitive without "to." Therefore, the correct answer is
C) Help.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it uses a gerund form instead of an infinitive.
Option B:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A.
Option C:
Correct, using the infinitive "help" without "to."
Option D:
Incorrect as there is a correct answer among the options provided.
13.
I wasted a lot of time ..... ( play) computer games.
A) Play.
B) Playing.
C) To play.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Playing.
In this sentence, "Playing" is used as an infinitive without the "to" before it. This construction is often used to describe a completed action or an action that has already taken place.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Play" is not correct because it does not match the grammatical structure of the sentence.
Option B:
"Playing" is correct as it fits the infinitive without "to" construction, indicating a completed action.
Option C:
"To play" would be incorrect here because we are using an infinitive without "to".
Option D:
"None of the above" is not correct since option B is valid.
14.
You don't need ..... it.
A) To do.
B) Do.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of a verb without "to" is used after certain verbs and expressions that indicate permission, request, suggestion, or obligation. In the given sentence, "You don't need it," the correct infinitive form to use is "to do." Therefore, the correct answer is A) To do.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The infinitive without "to" is used after "need" in this context.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Do" should be preceded by "to."
Option C:
Incorrect. Both options A and D are correct, but since only one must be chosen, A is the best answer.
Option D:
Incorrect. "None of the above" is not applicable as option A is correct.
15.
It is too dificult ..... in the dark!
A) To read.
B) Reading.
C) Read.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to read" is used correctly in the sentence to indicate difficulty with an action. The phrase "It is too difficult to read in the dark!" uses the infinitive without 'to' as required by the instruction, making Option A correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses the infinitive form "to read" appropriately.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Reading" is a gerund and does not fit grammatically here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Read" alone lacks the necessary 'to' for an infinitive construction.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
16.
He don't mind ..... the dishes.
A) Wash.
B) Washing.
C) To wash.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "He don't mind ..... the dishes" uses an infinitive without 'to'. In English, when a verb is used as a complement to a modal verb (like 'mind' in this case), it often omits the 'to'. Therefore, the correct choice is
B) Washing.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Wash" does not fit grammatically as an infinitive without 'to' here.
Option B:
"Washing" correctly uses the gerund form, which can function as a complement to modal verbs like 'mind'.
Option C:
"To wash" is the full infinitive form and does not fit in this context.
Option D:
"None of the above" is incorrect since option B is correct.
17.
We stopped ..... (go) to judo classes.
A) Go.
B) Going.
C) To going.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "We stopped going to judo classes" uses the infinitive form of the verb without the 'to'. This is a correct application of the infinitive without 'to' after certain verbs like 'stop', 'forget', 'remember', etc.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Go" alone does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
Correct. "Going" is the correct form to use after 'stopped' without 'to'.
Option C:
Incorrect. "To going" is redundant and incorrect.
Option D:
Not applicable as Option B is correct.
18.
Shelly tries ..... (run) every day.
A) Running.
B) Run.
C) To run.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of the verb "run" is "to run." In this sentence, Shelly tries to run every day. The correct answer is C) To run because it correctly uses the infinitive form without the 'to' before the base form of the verb.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Running is a gerund, not an infinitive.
Option B:
Run is just the base form and lacks the infinitive structure needed here.
Option C:
To run uses the correct infinitive form without 'to' before the verb "run."
Option D:
Not applicable as option C is correct.
19.
Nana's priority is ..... two hundred thousand rupiah a month for her parents
A) Saved.
B) Save.
C) To save.
D) Saves.
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Explanations:
"To save" is the correct answer because it uses the infinitive form without "to," which fits the context of Nana's priority statement. The sentence structure requires an infinitive to express purpose, and "To save" correctly conveys this.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Saved" is a past tense verb and does not fit the infinitive form required in the context.
Option B:
"Save" lacks the necessary "to" to be an infinitive, making it incorrect for this sentence structure.
Option C:
"To save" is the correct infinitive form without "to," fitting the purpose expressed in the statement.
Option D:
"Saves" is a third-person singular present tense verb and does not fit the context of expressing a priority or purpose.
20.
A:You mustn't ..... so much junk food.B:I guess you are right.
A) Eat.
B) Eating.
C) To eat.
D) To eating.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain modal verbs, such as "mustn't." In this sentence, "You mustn't eat so much junk food" means you should not consume a lot of junk food. The correct answer is
A) Eat
because it matches the structure where an infinitive without "to" follows "mustn't."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Infinitive without "to" after "mustn't."
Option B:
Incorrect. Present participle does not fit here.
Option C:
Incorrect. Infinitive with "to" does not match the sentence structure.
Option D:
Incorrect. This is a grammatical error and does not apply to infinitives.
21.
What would you like me ..... after i have finished feeding the animals.
A) Doing.
B) To do.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form "to do" is required after the phrase "What would you like me". This structure indicates a request for an action to be performed, and it always uses "to" before the verb in its base form. Therefore, option B) To do is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as "Doing" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
Correct as it uses the infinitive form with "to" before the base verb "do".
Option C:
Incorrect as both options are mutually exclusive in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect as there is a correct answer among the choices provided.
22.
She decided ..... to the party
A) Went.
B) Go.
C) To went.
D) To go.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of a verb is used to express purpose, intention, or reason. In this sentence, "to go" is the correct choice because it indicates the purpose of her decision. The phrase "decided to go" means she made up her mind about attending the party.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Went" is a past tense verb and does not fit in this context.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Go" alone is incomplete; it needs to be part of the infinitive phrase "to go."
Option C:
Incorrect. "To went" is grammatically incorrect as "went" cannot have a "to" before it.
Option D:
Correct. "To go" is the proper infinitive form used after "decided."
23.
Where did you learn ..... (speak) German?
A) To speak.
B) To speaking.
C) Speaking.
D) Speak.
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Explanations:
The infinitive form of the verb "to speak" is used when it follows certain verbs, such as "learn," indicating an action that has not yet occurred. In this case, "learn to speak German" correctly uses the infinitive without "to."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The infinitive form of "speak" is used here.
Option B:
Incorrect. "To speaking" is not a proper infinitive form.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Speaking" alone does not function as an infinitive in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Speak" by itself is not the correct form here.
24.
My mother avoided ..... (tell) me about the sad news.
A) To telling.
B) To tell.
C) Tell.
D) Telling.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs that express a purpose, intention, or result. In this sentence, the verb "avoided" requires an -ing form of the verb to complete its meaning. Therefore, "telling" (Option D) is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because it uses "to telling," which is redundant and not grammatically correct.
Option B:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A; "to tell" is unnecessary here.
Option C:
Incorrect because it omits the -ing form, making it a simple infinitive without expressing purpose or intention correctly in this context.
Option D:
Correct for using the -ing form of the verb to complete the meaning after "avoided."
25.
Vettel only just avoided ..... (crash)during this year's wet Monaco Grand Prix.
A) Crashing.
B) To crash.
C) Crash.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs that express a purpose, intention, or result. In this sentence, the verb "avoided" is followed by an infinitive without "to," which means Vettel only just prevented crashing during the race.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The infinitive form "crashing" without "to" is used here.
Option B:
Incorrect. "To crash" would be wrong in this context as it uses the full infinitive with "to."
Option C:
Incorrect. "Crash" alone does not fit grammatically or semantically in this sentence.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
26.
Do you fancy ..... (play) one more game?
A) Play.
B) Playing.
C) To play.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs, such as "fancy," which means to like or enjoy doing something. In this case, the correct form is "playing."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Play - Incorrect; it should be in gerund form.
Option B:
Playing - Correct; infinitive without "to" after "fancy."
Option C:
To play - Incorrect; full infinitive form is not used here.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect; option B is correct.
27.
The teacher made us ..... the project again.
A) Redone.
B) To redo.
C) Redoing.
D) Redo.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Redo.
In this sentence, the infinitive without "to" is used to make a verb form function as an object complement. The phrase "made us redo the project again" means that the teacher instructed the students to perform the action of redoing the project.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Redone" is a past participle and does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
"To redo" would be correct if it were part of an infinitive phrase, but here the verb form needs to stand alone as an object complement.
Option C:
"Redoing" is a gerund and does not fit grammatically in this context either.
Option D:
"Redo" is the correct infinitive without "to," fitting the sentence structure perfectly.
28.
IF you can't ..... his number you'd better ..... it up.
A) Remembering/ knowing.
B) Remember/ know.
C) To remember/ to know.
D) Remember/ know.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Remember/ know.
This option uses the infinitive form "remember" and "know" without the "to," which is appropriate in this context. The sentence structure indicates a direct imperative, where the actions of remembering or knowing are immediately followed by the consequence of giving up his number if these actions cannot be performed.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Remembering/ knowing" uses gerund forms instead of infinitives. Gerunds do not fit in this context as well as infinitives.
Option B:
"Remember/ know" correctly uses the infinitive form without "to," making it suitable for the sentence structure.
Option C:
"To remember/ to know" includes unnecessary "to" before each verb, which is incorrect in this context.
Option D:
"Remember/ know" is correct but redundant as Option B already covers it accurately and concisely.
29.
Let's ..... to the pet store and look at the snakes
A) Go.
B) To go.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The infinitive without "to" is used after certain verbs that express a purpose, intention, or result. In this sentence, the verb "let's" followed by an infinitive without "to" is grammatically correct and conveys the idea of going to the pet store.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Let's go to the pet store and look at the snakes." uses the infinitive without "to" correctly.
Option B:
Incorrect. "To go" would be redundant here as "let's" already implies going.
Option C:
Incorrect. Both A and B are not correct together; only A is right.
Option D:
Incorrect. Option A is the correct answer.
30.
A:You promised ..... me with household chores.B:I know, but I was very busy ..... the food
A) To help/preparing.
B) To help/to prepare.
C) Help/preparing.
D) Help/to prepare.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) To help/preparing.
In this context, "to help" is used as an infinitive without the 'to' before the verb 'help,' which is common in informal speech. The phrase "preparing the food" uses a gerund (present participle) form of the verb to indicate ongoing action.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses infinitive without 'to' and gerund.
Option B:
Incorrect. Includes unnecessary 'to' before 'help,' which is not standard in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. Misplaces the use of infinitive with 'to' before 'help.'
Option D:
Incorrect. Uses infinitive with 'to' before 'prepare,' which is not appropriate here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an infinitive without to?
An infinitive without to is a form of the verb that begins with "to" but omits it, such as "run," "jump," or "write." This form is often used in certain constructions like after modal verbs or in some fixed expressions.
How does an infinitive without to differ from a regular infinitive?
A regular infinitive always begins with "to," such as "to run" or "to jump." An infinitive without to, like "run" or "jump," is used in specific grammatical contexts and can change the meaning or function of a sentence.
Can you give an example where an infinitive without to is commonly used?
Certainly! An example would be in expressions like "It's time to go" or "I can't wait to see you." Here, the infinitive "to go" and "to see" are used without "to," which changes their grammatical function but maintains their meaning.
When should I use an infinitive without to?
Infinitives without to are typically used in certain fixed expressions, after modal verbs like "can," "could," or "should" (e.g., "I can afford to wait"), and in some idiomatic phrases. Their usage is context-dependent and follows specific grammatical rules.
Is it difficult to learn the use of infinitives without to?
Learning when to use infinitives without to can be challenging because their usage is not always straightforward and often requires practice. However, with consistent exposure and application in various contexts, students can gradually master this aspect of English grammar.