Learn Gerund (LG)


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As in the previous point, there are several verbs that require a gerund (-ing form) when combined with another verb:

  1. admit (admit)
  2. anticipate (anticipate)
  3. appreciate (appreciate)
  4. avoid (avoid / prevent)
  5. complete (complete / full / complete / complete)
  6. consider (consider / weigh / think about)
  7. delay (delay)
  8. deny (refuse / deny)
  9. discuss (discussion / discussing / discussing)
  10. dislike (don't like)
  11. enjoy (enjoy / relax)
  12. finish (finished / ended / arrived)
  13. keep (maintain / maintain)
  14. mention (mention / mention)
  15. mind (mind / mind / inner / reason / opinion / intention / will)
  16. miss (lost / missed)
  17. postpone (slow down / postpone)
  18. practice (practical / habit)
  19. quit (stop / leave)
  20. recall (withdrawal)
  21. recollect (remember / recall / focus / recombine)
  22. recommend (suggest / advise / encourage / recommend)
  23. resent (hate / angry / offended / feel hurt / annoying / sensitive)
  24. resist (refuse / hold back / fight / oppose)
  25. risk (risk / risky / danger / possibility of loss)
  26. suggest (suggest / recommend / propose / give an impression)
  27. tolerate (tolerate / tolerate / allow / be patient with)
  28. understand (understand / understand / understand)

Example questions in the TOEFL test:

Rita enjoyed being able to meet several members of Congress during her vacation.

               A B C D

Question analysis

The answer you should choose is A. To be should be being. Enjoyed + gerund.

Correct Answer

Rita enjoyed being able to meet several members of Congress during her vacation.


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