Active to Passive
Gerunds and Infinitives
Vocabulary
Writing
Reading
100

Amy mailed the letter.

 The letter was mailed by Amy.

100

Unscramble the words making sure to either use a gerund /to+inf./ bare inf.:

she / regret / not study / harder / the exam

She regrets not studying harder for the exam.

100

This show is really _____________ , as it's 25% off.

aff... / eng... / int...


affordable

100

True or False

In a story, the exposition contains the setting and the rising action.

False

Setting, characters & leads into the main conflict

100

The sun set behind the mountains and families gathered for a picnic on the grassy knoll, enjoying the evening breeze.

Question:

What were families doing as the sun was setting in the valley?

Having a picnic and enjoying the evening breeze

200

Once a week, John's mom cleans his room

Once a week, his / John's room is cleaned by his mom.

200

Unscramble the words making sure to either use a gerund /to+inf./ bare inf. :

she / could not / stop / laugh / the comedian's jokes

She couldn't / could not stop laughing at the comedian's jokes.

200

We need to ____ any further technical problems, as it affects our company's name.

col... / pro... / all...

alleviate

200

"As the cameras keep flashing when Taylor Swift walks in, a fan suddenly taps her on the shoulder..."

Is this the proper tense you should use when narrating a story for the upcoming exam? Answer Yes/No. If no what should it be in?

No - It should be written in past tense

200

Renowned scientist Marie Curie conducted groundbreaking research on radioactivity. Her pioneering work earned her two Nobel Prizes and inspired countless future scientists.

Question:

Who conducted groundbreaking research on radioactivity and earned two Nobel Prizes?


Marie Curie

300

I knew Adam would finish the work by 6:00 PM.

I knew the work would be finished by 6:00 PM.

300

Unscramble the words making sure to either use a gerund /to+inf./ bare inf. :

we / usually / stop / rest / after hiking / several hours

We usually stop / stopped to rest after hiking for several hours.

300
The Tesla Model Y had to go through many ___ before it was released on the market.


inn... / spec... / pro..

prototypes

300

The end of the story is called the Re_______

Resolution

300

The Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stretches over 13,000 miles. It was built over several dynasties and serves as a symbol of China's historical strength. 

Question:
What does 'It" in the second sentence refer to?

The Great Wall of China

400

The famous artist has been working on his painting for 6 months.

The famous painting has been worked on for 6 months (by the famous artist) 

400

Unscramble the words making sure to either use a gerund /to+inf./ bare inf. :

he / made / me / laugh / his funny jokes

He made me laugh at / with his funny jokes.

400

The song "Vivid visual effects" won a world-famous music award for best ______

ret... / ori... / perm...

originality

400

How many aspects should there be when writing a Film review

Three

400

In a quiet village, an old man discovered a hidden garden filled with rare flowers. Each bloom whispered secrets of the past, inspiring him to share their beauty with the world and reignite forgotten dreams.


What word in the passage is similar to the phrase "bring back again"?

reignite.

500

Chef Nick will be preparing the restaurant's fantastic dinners for the next two years.

The restaurant's fantastic dinners will be prepared by Chef Nick for the next two years.

500

Unscramble the words making sure to either use a gerund /to+inf./ bare inf. :

yesterday / they / go on / talk / about / their holiday plans / earlier this morning

They went on talking about their holiday plans earlier this morning.

500

Michael Jordan has gained great ____ not only for his basketball playing style but also for his unique fashion sense that have lifted the NIKE brand to new heights.

cus... / col... / dis..

distinction
500

Which of the following is not an ASPECT to write about in a film review

acting / directing / "live' music / CGI / costume design

"live" music

500

A young girl found a magical key in her backyard. Curious, she unlocked an old chest filled with glittering treasures. Each item held a story, igniting her imagination and leading her on countless adventures.

Question:

True or False: The magical key led the girl to a chest filled with ordinary items.

False - the magical key led the girl to glittering treasures.