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Infinitives of Purpose Quiz

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What is the main purpose of using infinitives of purpose in the given sentences?

To describe an action that is ongoing
To emphasize the importance of timing
To suggest an alternative action
To indicate the reason behind an action (correct)

Which of the following sentences correctly uses an infinitive of purpose in a negative form?

He studied all night in order not to fail the exam. (correct)
I practiced every day in order to succeed.
They saved money in order to travel the world.
She composed music in order to entertain her friends.

How many sentences are instructed to be written in the negative form?

6 (correct)
4
5
7

Which infinitive of purpose is used in the sentence: 'My cousin bought tickets to the movie theater'?

<p>To spend the moment together (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure is used to express an intention not to do something in the provided examples?

<p>In order not to (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Infinitives of purpose (affirmative)

Infinitives used to show the reason or purpose of an action, using words like 'in order to'.

Infinitives of purpose (negative)

Infinitives used to explain why something is NOT done, using words like 'in order not to'.

Example: surprise one's mom

Organizing a birthday party to surprise a mother exemplifies an infinitive of purpose.

Example: go to work

Waiting in order to go to work shows the purpose is to start work.

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'In order to'

Used to express the reason or purpose for an action.