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Learning Goal:
1. Infinitive:
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Used as a Noun:
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Used as an Adjective:
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Used as an Adverb:
2. Infinitive vs. Prepositional Phrase:
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Prepositional Phrase (followed by a noun):
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Infinitive Phrase (followed by a verb):
3. Infinitive Phrase:
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Used as a Noun:
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Used as an Adjective:
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Used as an Adverb:
I. Sort the following sentences into as either containing or not containing infinitives.
To dance gracefully requires coordination.
Singing to the group was scary.
We headed to the library.
Sandy needs to study.
We met at the lake to swim.
I am happy to oblige.
Infinitive
No Infinitive
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II. Combine the following sentences by changing the second sentence
into an infinitive or infinitive phrase and substituting the infinitive or
infinitive phrase for the “it” in the first sentence.
Example:
It was a pleasant surprise for her.
She won so easily. = To win so easily was a pleasant surprise for her.
1. She expected it.
She won the election. =
2. We will manage it somehow.
We make a profit. =
III. Write a sentence for each word listed below.
Each word should be used in an infinitive phrase.
Summary: In your own words, define and explain how to identify Infinitives and
Infinitive Phrases. Minimum 3 sentences.