Adjectives Followed By Infinitives

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1.

Ted was surprised ...... his computer acting strangely.
- A.
  
  To see
- B.
  
  See
- C.
  
  Seeing
Correct Answer
A. To see

Explanation
Ted was surprised to see his computer acting strangely. The phrase "to see" indicates that Ted was taken aback by the sight of his computer behaving oddly.

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Ted was embarressed ... "I live you" emails.
- A.
  
  Receive
- B.
  
  To receive
- C.
  
  Receiving
Correct Answer
B. To receive

Explanation
The correct answer is "to receive". In the sentence, "Ted was embarrassed ... 'I live you' emails," the verb "to receive" is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence. It indicates that Ted was embarrassed by the act of receiving these emails.

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Ted was angry .... virus-like activity on his computer.
- A.
  
  To find
- B.
  
  Find
- C.
  
  Finding
Correct Answer
A. To find

Explanation
The correct answer is "to find" because it is the infinitive form of the verb that correctly completes the sentence. In the sentence, Ted is angry about something related to virus-like activity on his computer. The infinitive form "to find" indicates that Ted's anger is directed towards the action of finding or discovering something related to the virus-like activity.

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Ted was sad ..... the destruction of all work files.
- A.
  
  See
- B.
  
  To see
- C.
  
  Seeing
Correct Answer
B. To see

Explanation
The phrase "Ted was sad" indicates that Ted experienced a feeling of sadness. The word "to" in the answer choice "to see" suggests that Ted's sadness is related to his desire or intention to see something. Therefore, the correct answer is "to see," as it implies that Ted was sad because he wanted to see or needed to see something, possibly referring to the destruction of all work files.

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Ted was relieved ... some of his work could be saved.
- A.
  
  Find
- B.
  
  To find
- C.
  
  Finding
Correct Answer
B. To find

Explanation
The correct answer is "to find" because it is the infinitive form of the verb that best fits the sentence structure. In this context, Ted was relieved and the phrase "some of his work could be saved" suggests that he was searching for a solution or trying to discover a way to salvage his work. Therefore, the infinitive form "to find" indicates his intention or purpose in the sentence.

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Ted was delighted ... the weekend relaxing while his computer was in the repair shop.
- A.
  
  Spending
- B.
  
  Spend
- C.
  
  To spend
Correct Answer
C. To spend

Explanation
The correct answer is "to spend". In this sentence, "to spend" is the infinitive form of the verb and is used to show the purpose or intention of Ted's delight. It indicates that Ted was delighted with the idea or plan of spending the weekend relaxing while his computer was in the repair shop.

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Ted enjoys .... ready for a Jeopardy game night.
- A.
  
  Get
- B.
  
  To get
- C.
  
  Getting
Correct Answer
C. Getting

Explanation
The correct answer is "getting" because it is the present participle form of the verb "get" and is used to describe an ongoing action or state. In this context, it suggests that Ted enjoys the process or activity of preparing himself for a Jeopardy game night.

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Ted is always prepared ... for anyone else who doesn't have the answer.
- A.
  
  Answer
- B.
  
  To answer
- C.
  
  Answering
Correct Answer
B. To answer

Explanation
The correct answer is "to answer". In the given sentence, "Ted is always prepared to answer for anyone else who doesn't have the answer," the phrase "to answer" indicates that Ted is always ready to provide a response or solution when someone else is unable to do so.

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Ted's friends are determined ... him on TV show.
- A.
  
  To get
- B.
  
  Getting
- C.
  
  Get
Correct Answer
A. To get

Explanation
The sentence is in the present tense and "are determined" indicates that the action is ongoing. The phrase "on TV show" suggests that Ted's friends have a goal or desire to appear on a TV show. The infinitive form "to get" is used to express their intention or purpose.

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Ted's friends were amazed ... he was accepted to compete onthe TV show.
- A.
  
  To find out
- B.
  
  Finding out
- C.
  
  Find out
Correct Answer
A. To find out

Explanation
Ted's friends were amazed to find out he was accepted to compete on the TV show. This means that Ted's friends were surprised when they discovered or learned that Ted had been accepted to participate in the TV show. The phrase "to find out" indicates the action of discovering or obtaining information, which fits the context of the sentence.

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Adjectives Followed By Infinitives

Ted was surprised ...... his computer acting strangely.

Ted was embarressed ... "I live you" emails.

Ted was angry .... virus-like activity on his computer.

Ted was sad ..... the destruction of all work files.

Ted was relieved ... some of his work could be saved.

Ted was delighted ... the weekend relaxing while his computer was in the repair shop.

Ted enjoys .... ready for a Jeopardy game night.

Ted is always prepared ... for anyone else who doesn't have the answer.

Ted's friends are determined ... him on TV show.

Ted's friends were amazed ... he was accepted to compete onthe TV show.