Complete the sentences so that the meaning is similar to the first sentence. Examples: I hope the bank will lend me a thousand pounds. I want the bank to lend me a thousand pounds. * We were surprised that Manchester United lost the match. We didnīt expect Manchester United to lose the match. * 1. We would be very happy if you came on holiday with us. We would love _________________________ 2. Kevin said that I could ride his horse. Kevin allowed _________________________ 3. I was surprised that the bill was so expensive. I didnīt expect _________________________ 4. Donīt let me forget to buy some more milk. Remind _________________________ 5. Jennifer hopes her boss will give her a payrise. Jennifer wants __________________________ 6. George said to me "Please donīt worry". George told _________________________ 7. Dad said I must not go on my boyfriendīs motorbike. Dad forbid ___________________________ 8. Shirley gave him singing lessons. Shirley taught _________________________ ANSWERS Verb + Object + Infinitive (2); Verb + Preposition (1), Verb + Preposition (2) * WATCH OUT! Spanish speaking students often make this mistake when they try to translate directly word for word: I want that the bank lends me.... |
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