{"id":6749,"date":"2026-04-13T07:18:30","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T07:18:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/?p=6749"},"modified":"2026-04-13T07:18:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T07:18:30","slug":"b1-gerunds-infinitives-grammar-test-3-15-questions-ielts-toefl-yds-practice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b1-gerunds-infinitives-grammar-test-3-15-questions-ielts-toefl-yds-practice\/","title":{"rendered":"B1 Gerunds &#038; Infinitives Grammar Test 3 (15 Questions) \u2013 IELTS, TOEFL, YDS Practice"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 id=\"hdq_quiz_title\">B1 Gerunds &amp; Infinitives Grammar Test 3 (15 Questions) \u2013 IELTS, TOEFL, YDS Practice<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"278\">Master gerunds and infinitives with this B1 grammar test. Includes 15 multiple-choice questions and detailed explanations for IELTS, TOEFL, and YDS success.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"955\">Gerunds and infinitives are one of the most challenging grammar topics for learners at the B1 level because they require memorizing verb patterns and understanding subtle differences in meaning. A gerund (-ing form) often behaves like a noun, while an infinitive (to + base verb) is commonly used to express purpose or intention. Choosing the correct form depends on the verb that comes before it and the context of the sentence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1295\">In exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, and YDS, this topic is frequently tested because it shows how accurately learners can use verb structures. Some verbs strictly require gerunds, others require infinitives, and a few can take both forms with slight differences in meaning. Recognizing these patterns is essential for achieving a higher score.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1616\">This test provides a wide range of practical and exam-style questions to help you improve your understanding. Each question focuses on common verb patterns and realistic situations. The explanations section at the end offers detailed reasoning, helping you learn from your mistakes and build long-term grammar accuracy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1616\"><div class = \"hdq_quiz_wrapper\"><a href = \"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b1-gerunds-infinitives-grammar-test-3-15-questions-ielts-toefl-yds-practice\/\" rel=\"noamphtml\" class = \"hdq_quiz_start hdq_button button\" role = \"button\">QUIZ START<\/a><\/div><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/a1-grammar-exercises\/\">A1 Online Grammar Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"A2 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/a2-grammar-exercises\/\">A2 Online Grammar <\/a><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/a2-grammar-exercises\/\">Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"B1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b1-grammar-exercises\/\"><label class=\"selectit\">B1 Online Grammar <\/label><\/a><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b1-grammar-exercises\/\">Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"A2 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b2-grammar-exercises\/\">B2 Online Grammar <\/a><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/b2-grammar-exercises\/\">Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/c1-grammar-exercises\/\">C1 Online Grammar Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"A1 GRAMMAR EXERCISES\" href=\"https:\/\/www.englishtestcenter.com\/index.php\/c2-grammar-exercises\/\">C2 Online Grammar Tests<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3037\">Explanations<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3122\"><strong data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3045\">1.<\/strong> The verb \u201cenjoy\u201d is always followed by a gerund form.<br data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3102\" \/><strong data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3113\">Answer:<\/strong> waking<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3201\"><strong data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3130\">2.<\/strong> The verb \u201cdecide\u201d requires an infinitive form.<br data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3180\" \/><strong data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3191\">Answer:<\/strong> to take<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3294\"><strong data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3209\">3.<\/strong> The verb \u201cstop\u201d followed by a gerund means ending an action.<br data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3273\" \/><strong data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3284\">Answer:<\/strong> talking<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3372\"><strong data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3302\">4.<\/strong> The verb \u201cwant\u201d is followed by an infinitive.<br data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3351\" \/><strong data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3362\">Answer:<\/strong> to find<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3444\"><strong data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3380\">5.<\/strong> The verb \u201cfinish\u201d requires a gerund.<br data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3420\" \/><strong data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3431\">Answer:<\/strong> completing<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3521\"><strong data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3452\">6.<\/strong> The verb \u201chope\u201d is followed by an infinitive.<br data-start=\"3498\" data-end=\"3501\" \/><strong data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3512\">Answer:<\/strong> to see<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3597\"><strong data-start=\"3523\" data-end=\"3529\">7.<\/strong> The verb \u201csuggest\u201d requires a gerund form.<br data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3575\" \/><strong data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3586\">Answer:<\/strong> arriving<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3685\"><strong data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3605\">8.<\/strong> \u201cForget\u201d with an infinitive refers to an action not done.<br data-start=\"3663\" data-end=\"3666\" \/><strong data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3677\">Answer:<\/strong> to do<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3761\"><strong data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3693\">9.<\/strong> The verb \u201cavoid\u201d is followed by a gerund.<br data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3738\" \/><strong data-start=\"3738\" data-end=\"3749\">Answer:<\/strong> answering<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3763\" data-end=\"3833\"><strong data-start=\"3763\" data-end=\"3770\">10.<\/strong> The verb \u201cagree\u201d takes an infinitive.<br data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3811\" \/><strong data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3822\">Answer:<\/strong> to solve<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3921\"><strong data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3842\">11.<\/strong> The expression \u201ccan\u2019t imagine\u201d is followed by a gerund.<br data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3901\" \/><strong data-start=\"3901\" data-end=\"3912\">Answer:<\/strong> living<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3999\"><strong data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3930\">12.<\/strong> The verb \u201cpromise\u201d requires an infinitive.<br data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"3976\" \/><strong data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"3987\">Answer:<\/strong> to arrive<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4075\"><strong data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4008\">13.<\/strong> The verb \u201cadmit\u201d is followed by a gerund.<br data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4053\" \/><strong data-start=\"4053\" data-end=\"4064\">Answer:<\/strong> breaking<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4150\"><strong data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4084\">14.<\/strong> \u201cWould like\u201d is followed by an infinitive.<br data-start=\"4127\" data-end=\"4130\" \/><strong data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4141\">Answer:<\/strong> to try<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4230\"><strong data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4159\">15.<\/strong> The verb 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