Language focus
When we use an infinitive(不定式) , we need to consider whether the verbis in the active or passive voice.For example, in the sentence“There were many things I was too scared to do”
(Para.2) , the active voice is used because the subject”I”is the agent(施事者) of the action“do.” In the sentence”There is definitely something to be said...”(Para.2) , the passive voice is used because the subject”something”undergoes the action”say.”
Watch a video clip to learn about the voices in infinitives, and then complete the exercises on the following pages.
Directions:
Complete the sentences with the proper form of the verbs in brackets.
1. Ben was hoping ________ (choose) for the rugby team, but he didn't do very well in the trials.
2. After briefly explaining the project, our professor asked us ________ (share) what type of experiences we had already had.
3. I didn't give out my email address because I didn't want ________ (contact) by strangers.
4. A library's properties are not allowed ________ (take) outside without permission from the library staff.
5. This platform is created to tell incoming first-year students and families what they need ________ (know) to "start out" at Trinity College.
Directions:
Translate the Chinese in brackets into English using the infinitives.
1. "Your composition is asked ________(打印出来)before the next class. " the monitor told me.
2. A major difference is that you are more free ________(做任何你想做的事).
3. College is the time for you ________(发现你是谁).
4. Students need ________(受告诫) the potential danger of living off campus.

