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Infinitives Exercises with Answers

Infinitives are the base form of a verb, usually preceded by "to" (e.g., to run, to eat, to learn). They can act as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs in a sentence. Mastering infinitives helps improve sentence structure and fluency. Practice these Infinitives Exercises to enhance your grammar skills, understand correct usage, and boost your English proficiency.

List of Infinitives Exercises

The following are the practice exercises on "Infinitives".

• Exercise 1: Identify the Infinitives
• Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks
• Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentences

Exercise 1: Identify the Infinitives

Identify the infinitive(s) in each sentence.

1. She loves to sing in the morning.
2. I need to finish my homework before going out.
3. They decided to visit their grandparents this weekend.
4. He wants to learn French.
5. We were happy to help the needy.
6. She prefers to travel by train.
7. He was eager to join the team.
8. They offered to assist in the project.
9. I managed to complete the work on time.
10. We failed to win the match.

Answers of Exercise 1

1. to sing
2. to finish
3. to visit
4. to learn
5. to help
6. to travel
7. to join
8. to assist
9. to complete
10. to win

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct infinitive form of the verb given in parentheses.

1. I hope ___ (see) you soon.
2. She promised ___ (call) me back.
3. We planned ___ (go) on a trip next month.
4. He refused ___ (accept) the offer.
5. They agreed ___ (help) us with the project.
6. She decided ___ (move) to a new city.
7. I attempted ___ (solve) the puzzle.
8. They forgot ___ (lock) the door before leaving.
9. He learned ___ (play) the guitar.
10. We need ___ (buy) some groceries.

Answers of Exercise 2

1. to see
2. to call
3. to go
4. to accept
5. to help
6. to move
7. to solve
8. to lock
9. to play
10. to buy

Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentences

Rewrite the sentences using an infinitive.

1. He studies hard because he wants to pass the exam.
2. She left early because she didn’t want to miss the train.
3. I exercise regularly because I want to stay healthy.
4. We are saving money because we want to buy a new house.
5. He spoke slowly because he wanted to be understood.
6. They work hard because they aim to succeed.
7. She takes extra classes because she wants to improve her skills.
8. I changed my schedule because I wanted to make time for family.
9. He apologized because he wanted to avoid conflict.
10. She practices every day because she hopes to become a champion.

Answers of Exercise 3

1. He studies hard to pass the exam.
2. She left early to avoid missing the train.
3. I exercise regularly to stay healthy.
4. We are saving money to buy a new house.
5. He spoke slowly to be understood.
6. They work hard to succeed.
7. She takes extra classes to improve her skills.
8. I changed my schedule to make time for family.
9. He apologized to avoid conflict.
10. She practices every day to become a champion.