Answer — Exercise 7
Grammar Bank 1·Spark 4 - Workbook
Question
Put the verbs in brackets into the to-infinitive or the -ing form. How do the sentences differ in meaning.
Answer
- a) Don't forget to tell Kristen about the beach party tonight. (future action); b) I'll never forget going to Australia last summer. (past memory)
- a) Stop playing that music! It's really annoying! (quit); b) Let's stop to buy something to eat. I'm so hungry. (pause to do sth else)
- a) Try drinking some mint tea. It's good for your stomach. (experiment); b) Try to be here on time for the meeting. ; b) Try to be here on time for the meeting. (make an effort)
- a) I regret inviting Angie to Luke's birthday party. (past mistake); b) I regret to inform you that your application was not successful. (formal announcement)
- a) Remember to lock the door before you go. (future action); b) I am sorry but I don't remember meeting you at Mike's party. (past event)