PHRASES WORKSHEET, Part 2
Infinitive and Appositive Phrases
INFINITIVE
PHRASES
Infinitive Phrases: Infinitive phrases can be used as three parts
of speech: noun, adjective, or adverb.
An infinitive phrase will begin with an infinitive (to + simple for of
the verb). It may include direct objects
and/or modifiers
Examples:
·
To finish her shift without spilling
was Michelle’s only goal. (functions as
a noun)
·
Connor hopes to win the approval
of his coach by showing up early for practice. (functions as a noun)
·
The best way to survive Mrs.
Prichard’s class is counting backwards from 100 until class is over.
(functions as an adjective)
·
Calvin, an aspiring doctor, is
taking British Literature to give himself a well-rounded education.
(functions as an adverb – “why”)
Note:
The word “to” can also be used as a preposition. If it is followed by a noun or pronoun, the
phrase is a prepositional phrase, not an infinitive.
Instructions: Underline the infinitive phrase. Label it as a noun, adjective or adverb
phrase.
1.
Roger needs to
listen more clearly.
2.
Jack has an
assignment he needs to complete.
3.
Carol likes to
sing in the choir.
4.
The family’s
dream was to build a cabin in the woods.
5.
I need a book to
read this week.
6.
Let him show you
the best way to paint the house.
7.
To write a novel
is on my bucket list.
8.
Last year they
moved to Texas to run a ranch.
9.
Candy has the
patience to babysit her neighbors.
10.
Mr. Hornsby
managed to finagle some money from the children.
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