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Grade 11 English Grammar Worksheet: Present Infinitive

Part 1: Understanding the Present Infinitive

1. What is the present infinitive?
2. How is the present infinitive formed in English?
3. Give an example of a sentence using the present infinitive.

Part 2: Uses of the Present Infinitive

1. Complete the following sentences with the correct form of the present infinitive:

a. I love ____ (read) books in my free time. b. She decided ____ (go) to the gym every day. c. They plan ____ (travel) to Europe next summer. d. We need ____ (study) for our exams. e. He wants ____ (learn) how to play the guitar.

1. Rewrite the following sentences using the present infinitive:

a. I can’t wait to see the new movie. b. She hopes to win the competition. c. They are excited about going on vacation. d. We are ready to start the project. e. He is eager to learn new skills.

Part 3: Application of the Present Infinitive

1. Write a paragraph describing your daily routine using the present infinitive. Include at least 5 activities.

2. Create a dialogue between two friends discussing their plans for the weekend. Use the present infinitive to talk about their activities.

Part 4: Reflection

1. What did you learn about the present infinitive from completing this worksheet?
2. How do you think the present infinitive can enhance your writing and communication skills?

Answer Key:

Part 1: 1. The present infinitive is the base form of a verb, usually preceded by “to.” 2. The present infinitive is formed by adding “to” before the base form of the verb (e.g., to read, to go, to study). 3. Example: I like to read books in my free time.

Part 2: 1. a. reading b. to go c. to travel d. to study e. to learn

1. a. I can’t wait to see the new movie. b. She hopes to win the competition. c. They are excited about going on vacation. d. We are ready to start the project. e. He is eager to learn new skills.

Part 3: 1. (Sample paragraph) I wake up early in the morning to exercise before going to work. I enjoy listening to music while getting ready for the day. I like to have breakfast with my family before heading out. I spend my evenings reading books and watching movies to relax. I always make time to call my friends before going to bed.

1. (Sample dialogue) Friend 1: What are you planning to do this weekend? Friend 2: I want to go hiking in the mountains and have a picnic by the lake. Friend 1: That sounds like a great idea! I’m thinking of going to the beach and surfing. Friend 2: That sounds fun! We should meet up and have a barbecue afterwards.

Part 4: 1. (Open-ended response) 2. (Open-ended response)