Combine using infinitives

Combine the following pairs of sentences using infinitives.

1. He did not have even a penny with him. He could not buy a piece of bread.

2. The team has a captain. He leads other team members.

3. You must give me the keys of the safe. If you do that you will be able to save your life.

4. We went to Ajmer last week. Our intention was to visit the shrine of Khwaja Pir.

5. I speak the truth. I am not afraid of it.

6. The robber took out his knife. His intention was to frighten the traveler.

7. He has to support his family. He works hard for that reason.

8. The management called a meeting of the employees. They wanted to discuss their
requirements.

9. He helps the poor. He is anxious to relieve them of their offerings.

10. I have no interest in politics. I must admit it frankly.

Answers
1. He did not have even a penny to buy a piece of bread.

2. The team has a captain to lead other team members.

3. To save your life, you must give me the keys of the safe.

4. We went to Ajmer last week to visit the shrine of Khwaja Pir.

© www.englishgrammar.org
Combine using infinitives

5. I am not afraid to speak the truth.

6. The robber took out his knife to frighten the traveler.

7. He works hard to support his family.

8. The management called a meeting of the employees to discuss their requirements.

9. He helps the poor to relieve them of their offerings.

10. To be frank, I have no interest in politics.

© www.englishgrammar.org