Open the brackets using either the gerund or the infinitive. 1. the bbc suggested (televise) the coronation, but the prime minister said no. 2. if you delay (pay) your rent any longer, you’ll be evicted. 3. phil still hopes 32(include) in the university basketball team. 4. my tutor has always encouraged me (have) confidence in myself. 5. the nicest thing about rick is that he doesn’t mind (criticize). 6. in edwardian england, women used (carry) fans made of ostrich plumes. 7. he claims (see) the accident. 8. she demanded (speak) to the manager who refused (give) her a six percent pay rise. 9. the teachers of this primary school encourage (develop) individual interests. 10. would you ever consider (get) married to someone twice your age? 11. so far, the police have failed (catch) this criminal, and they would be very happy (receive) any information that could lead to his arrest. 12. (be) honest, there is little chance of the scheme (approve). 13. i don’t see why we should postpone (talk) it out.14. he expects (call) on the browns at 5 o’clock. 15. it’s not easy to learn (play) the trumpet. 16. don’t hesitate (call) us if you need help or a good piece of advice. 17. there has been a gas leak in central london. the police advise everybody (stay) clear of the area. you are recommended not (travel) by tube as the service has been suspended. we’d recommend (take) the bus, but only if your journey is essential. the police require any members of the public with any information relating to this incident (come forward). 18. whenever we met, she avoided (look) at me. 19. city life is too hectic for me. i really miss (live) in the country. 20. a quarter of workers admit (take) time off when they are not ill.
