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Choose the correct form: -ing clause, to-infinitive clause or bare infinitive clause. If there is more than one form possible, chose all options.
1. Sue advised me (add) some water to the cereal mix.
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2. The law allows companies (dismiss) staff at short notice.
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3. The contract authorizes us (replace) members of staff when they resign from their positions.
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4. John stood up and began (speak) in a loud voice.
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5. He didn't bother (phone) back.
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6. Unemployment has continued (rise) over the past 6 months. to rise
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7. I cannot bear (see) you suffer. to see
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8. It was as though for her, I had ceased (exist).
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9. The teacher unions should be encouraged (unite) and ask for better working conditions.
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10. I could feel the tension (rise) as the CEO announced further dismissals.