Gerunds & Infinitives
Write the gerund or infinitive form of the verb in brackets in the space provided.
Gary's Troubled Life
The students were prohibited from (smoke) in the school, but Gary often broke the rules. Once he attempted (cheat) on an exam and he enjoys (skip) classes.
Gary's parents really wanted him (be) a doctor, but he hopes (be) an actor. His parents asked him (work) harder and he promised many times (focus) on his school work. Even so, Gary couldn't resist (make) poor choices and he often got into trouble.
When Gary lit up a cigarette in the stairwell at school, the principle smelled the smoke. Gary put out his cigarette and pretended (be) studying. When the principal approached him, Gary denied (smoke) and managed (convince) the principal that he was innocent. Even so, the principal was suspicious and told Gary that if he breaks one more rule, he will risk (be) expelled from the school.
Gary went home and thought about the situation all evening. He realized that he can't afford (be) expelled. His parents were paying (send) him to a nice private school and they would be so disappointed in him. They already blamed him for (cause) most of the problems in the family.
Gary decided (talk) to an old friend about his problems. He felt like (get) some advice because he knew it was time to make some changes in his life. He hadn't seen Suzanne in over a year, but she agreed (come) over to his house. He told her he regretted (break) so many rules at school. He said that he couldn't stand (get) in trouble all the time and he admitted (make) many mistakes in his life.
Suzanne advised Gary (go) to all of his classes and she told him that he deserves (be) happy in life. She offered (help) Gary with his homework so he could improve his grades, and she suggested (study) for at least 2 hours every night.
Gary thanked Suzanne for (give) him such great advice and he gave her a big hug. He said he doesn't want to keep (disappoint) his parents and he hopes (become) a better person. He told Suzanne he missed (spend) time with her and he apologized for not (call) her in so long. Suzanne forgave him for not (be) in touch and she smiled sweetly.
That night Gary dreamed about (have) a successful life and (be) a good, honest person. He couldn't wait (start) on his new path. He planned (call) Suzanne soon and he couldn't wait (see) her again.
