Exercise 6. Open the brackets and use the proper gerund either in the active or passive
voice.
1. The speaker was annoyed at (interrupt) every other moment.
2. He showed no sign of (hurt).
3. They showed no sign of (recognize) us.
4. He insists on (pay) for his work done.
5. We did not want to speak to the correspondent and tried to avoid (interview) by him.
6. Excuse me for (give) so much trouble to you.
7. After (examining) by the doctor I was given a sick leave.
8. They deny (rob) the bank, but admit (make) plans about it.
9. The problem is not worth (speaking of).
10. Why does he avoid (meeting) journalists?
11. She insisted on (showing) the files to her.
12. She does not stand (reminding) people of their duties and (reminding) of hers.
13. He is not used to (being spoken to) like that.
14. He had never thought of security because he had no idea of (being kidnapped).
15. Did you succeed in (persuading) your colleagues?
16. The TV set needs (repairing).
17. He is looking forward to (being given) the main part in the play.
18. After (being looked through) the papers were registered.
19. He can't do anything without (disturbing) anybody or (being disturbed).
20. Have you ever dreamed of (earning) a million dollars?

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