Non-Finite Verbs Exercise

Underline the non-finite verbs in the following sentences.

1. I don’t know what I am supposed to do.

2. We are trying to find out.

3. We can’t afford to wait any longer.

4. I don’t want to listen to your advice.

5. Despite working hard, she failed.

6. I enjoy reading biographies.

7. She is eager to please.

8. She was sacked for failing to meet her deadlines.

9. I am tired of waiting for people who are always late.

10. The old woman is dying to meet her grandchildren.

11. It is going to be a harsh winter.

12. Show me how to do this.

Answers

1. I don’t know what I am supposed to do.

2. We are trying to find out.

3. We can’t afford to wait any longer.

4. I don’t want to listen to your advice.

5. Despite working hard, she failed.

6. I enjoy reading biographies.

7. She is eager to please.

8. She was sacked for failing to meet her deadlines.

9. I am tired of waiting for people who are always late.

10. The old woman is dying to meet her grandchildren.

11. It is going to be a harsh winter.

12. Show me how to do this.