Verb followed by Gerund and infinitive 

Verbs in English can be followed by either infinitives (to + base form of the verb) or gerunds (the -ing form of the verb). The choice between infinitive and gerund often depends on the specific verb and the meaning you want to convey. Here are some common verbs along with whether they are followed by an infinitive or a gerund:

1. Verbs followed by infinitives:

   • Agree: She agreed to help.
   • Choose: I chose to go.
   • Plan: We plan to visit.
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2. Verbs followed by gerunds:

   • Enjoy: She enjoys swimming.
   • Consider: He considered taking the job.
   • Mind: Do you mind waiting?
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3. Verbs followed by either infinitives or gerunds (with a change in meaning):

   • Like: I like to swim. (general preference) / I like swimming. (activity in general)
   • Love: I love to read. (enjoy as an activity) / I love reading. (enjoyment of books)

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Now, let's practice with an exercise. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate form of the verb (infinitive or gerund). Choose the correct option based on the verb provided.

Exercise:

1. She __________ (prefer) __________ (watch) movies at home rather than going to the cinema.
2. I can't stand __________ (wait) in long lines.
3. They promised __________ (help) us with the project.
4. He enjoys __________ (play) tennis on weekends.
5. We need __________ (buy) some groceries for dinner.
6. She suggested __________ (have) dinner together next weekend.
7. I regret __________ (inform) you that the event has been canceled.
8. Do you mind __________ (close) the door? It's a bit chilly in here.

Answers:

1. She prefers watching movies at home rather than going to the cinema.
2. I can't stand waiting in long lines.
3. They promised to help us with the project.
4. He enjoys playing tennis on weekends.
5. We need to buy some groceries for dinner.
6. She suggested having dinner together next weekend.
7. I regret to inform you that the event has been canceled.
8. Do you mind closing the door? It's a bit chilly in here.

These examples demonstrate how the choice between infinitives and gerunds can affect the meaning of the sentence.

1. Finish: She finished working on the project.
2. Avoid: He avoided answering the question.
3. Suggest: She suggested going to the park.

Verbs Followed by Infinitives:

1. Want: I want to eat dinner.
2. Plan: We plan to travel next summer.
3. Decide: He decided to take the job.
4. Hope: We hope to see you soon.
5. Promise: She promised to call later.

Verbs Followed by Either Gerunds or Infinitives (with a change in meaning):

1. Like:

   • I like to swim. (general preference)
   • I like swimming. (enjoyment of the activity)

2. Love:

   • I love to dance. (enjoy as an activity)
   • I love dancing. (enjoyment of the activity)

3. Begin:

   • He began to study at 8 PM. (start an activity)
   • He began studying at 8 PM. (start an activity)

4. Start:

   • They started to play the game. (initiate an action)
   • They started playing the game. (initiate an action)

5. Continue:

   • She continued to work on the project. (keep doing an action)
   • She continued working on the project. (keep doing an action)

Remember that this is not an exhaustive list, and there are other verbs that can be followed by either gerunds or infinitives depending on the context and meaning.