Verbs + Object + Bare Infinitive | Exercise and Answer

The following verbs are normally used with this pattern:  Subject + Verbs + Object + Bare Infinitive (Infinitive without “to”). Remember the words: let, make, see, hear, feel, watch, notice, have.

Verbs + Object + Bare Infinitive Examples

See the list of the verbs that use this pattern.

Verbs Object To Infinitives

Exercise 2: Identify the Bare Infinitives in the Sentences

Instructions: Underline the bare infinitive in the following sentences.

1. The children want to play.
2. He needs to eat.
3. We should study.
4. I can swim.
5. They love to dance.
6. She wants to learn.
7. He needs to work.
8. We should help.
9. I can’t stop laughing.
10. They are going to travel.
11. Let me open the door for you.
12. Help me tell him that I’ve been waiting.

Exercise 3: Using the Bare Infinitives in the Sentences

Instructions: Answer the following questions.

1. What do you say when you express your apology?
2. Where do you usually see people sunbathe?
3. Who always helps you solve your problems?
4. How can you help poor people fulfill their needs?
5. When do you usually see a full moon?

Exercise II

1. The children want to play.
2. He needs to eat.
3. We should study.
4. I can swim.
5. They love to dance.
6. She wants to learn.
7. He needs to work.
8. We should help.
9. I can’t stop laughing.
10. They are going to travel.
11. Let me open the door for you.
12. Help me tell him that I’ve been waiting.

Exercise III

1. I say, “I apologize.”
2. I usually see people sunbathe on the beach.
3. My parents always help me solve my problems.
4. You can help poor people fulfill their needs by donating money or volunteering your time.
5. I usually see a full moon at night.