Verb + Object + Past Passive Gerunds and
Participle: Infinitives:
a. Can you recall a time when you found your
belongings damaged or broken by someone else?
b. Share an experience where you saw a
breathtaking sunset or a natural wonder.
c. How did you react when you got your phone
lost or stolen during a trip?
d. What are your thoughts on personal
belongings left unattended and getting stolen?
e. Have you ever been impressed by a skill or
talent demonstrated by someone else?
Verb + Object + Base
Form:
a. How often do you let your friends use your
belongings without asking for permission?
b. Share a story about a time when you made
someone smile during a difficult moment.
c. Have you ever watched someone perform a
live musical or theatrical show?
d. What are some simple tasks you can help your
family members with on a daily basis?
e. Can you think of a time when you made
someone laugh with a joke or funny story?
Verb + Preposition +
Object + Infinitive:
a. How do you feel about people insisting on you
to follow a particular diet or exercise routine?
b. Can you think of any situations where you
would object to someone asking you to change
your plans?
c. Share a story about a time when you were
reminded by a friend to do something important.
d. What are your thoughts on people
encouraging others to donate to charitable
causes?
e. Have you ever been persuaded by someone to
invest your money in a particular opportunity?
decision to start their own business?
Perfect Gerunds
and Infinitives:
a. Have you ever been praised for your artistic
talents? How did it make you feel?
b. Can you recall a situation where you were
surprised to be offered anything?
c. Share an experience where you were relieved
to have been rescued from a difficult situation.
d. What are some tasks you hope to be
accomplished by the end of the week?
e. Have you ever been encouraged to be more
active in your community? How did you respond?
VERB
PATTERNS
Verb + Object +
Infinitive:
a. Have you ever encouraged a friend to pursue
a new hobby or interest? How did it turn out?
b. Share a situation where you convinced
someone to take a risk that paid off in the end.
c. Can you think of a time when you helped a
family member to make an important life
decision?
d. What are some ways you can encourage
children to eat healthier foods?
e. Have you ever supported a friend in their
a. What are some personal goals you're glad to have
achieved in the past year?
b. Have you ever felt excited to have been invited to a
special event or party? Tell us about it.
c. Share an experience where you were honored to have
been recognized for your contributions.
d. Can you think of a time when you were proud to
have completed a challenging project?
e. What are some skills you're glad to have acquired
through your education or work experience?
Verb + Preposition +
Object + Gerund:
a. How do you feel about people insisting on
participating in extreme sports despite the risks?
b. Can you think of any situations where you
would object to someone interfering in your
personal matters?
c. Share a story about a time when you were
accused of breaking a rule, but it wasn't true.
d. What are your thoughts on people persisting
in using single-use plastics despite environmental
concerns?
e. Have you ever experienced someone persisting
in persuading you to change your beliefs or
opinions?
Verb + Object +
Preposition + Gerund:
a. How do you react when people blame you for
things you have no control over?
b. Have you ever advised a friend on dealing
with a difficult colleague or boss? What was
the outcome?
c. Share a situation where you thanked someone
for supporting you during a challenging time.
d. Can you think of a time when someone
apologized for their behavior, and it made a
positive difference?
e. How do you feel about people criticizing
others for their lifestyle choices?