The infinitive is a form of non-finite verbs. Infinitives usually have the marker to. Note that to can also be a preposition. When it is a preposition, it is followed by a noun or ing form. When it is an infinitive marker, it is followed by the first form of the verb.

Underline the infinitive in the following sentences.

Answers

1. I want to find work.

2. I went to the school to talk to the principal.

3. I would like to draw this scenery.

4. I don’t want you to steal my flowers.

5. We don’t allow people to smoke in the house.

6. The watchman didn’t allow us to enter the office premises.

7. The police inspector ordered the crowd to disperse.

8. A deer came to the river to drink water.

9. I bought some apples to extract juice.

10. The teacher asked them to write the answers.

11. You don’t need to pay for your drinks.

12. I went to the store to buy some pencils.