Lesson 24: Problem points
This lesson focuses on typical difficulties in English at B1 level: the functions of the to-infinitive, the use of the present participle, correct prepositions and word order with question words.
About this lesson
In this lesson you will understand the common difficulties in English connected with the to-infinitive and its functions in the sentence. You will learn when the present participle is used and how to distinguish it from the infinitive. You will practise choosing the correct preposition after verbs and adjectives through practical examples. Finally, you will consolidate the correct word order with question words and learn to avoid typical mistakes. The aim is to improve the accuracy of your English and to speak with greater confidence.
40 minutes
What you'll learn
- Recognise and correctly use the different functions of the to-infinitive.
- Distinguish the to-infinitive from the present participle.
- Choose the correct preposition after verbs and adjectives.
- Follow the correct word order with question words.
- Avoid typical grammar mistakes at B1 level.
Lesson vocabulary
- to-infinitive I want to learn English properly.
- present participle She sat there thinking about her problem.
- purpose He went to the gym to get fit.
- subject To quit smoking is very difficult.
- object She decided to stop eating junk food.
- adjective I am happy to help you.
- preposition She is good at solving problems.
- quit He finally managed to quit smoking.
- succeed in She succeeded in passing the exam.
- interested in Are you interested in learning more?
- good at He is very good at remembering names.
- look forward to I look forward to seeing you next week.
- used to She is used to working long hours.
- word order Do you know where the station is?
- embedded question Can you tell me what time it is?
In other languages: Български