Question

Pick out the non-finite verbs from the following sentences. State the kind of
non-finite verb. (Some sentences may not have non-finite verbs.)
1. We couldn't help laughing at the incident.
2. He always refuses to obey orders.
3. She is looking for another job.
4. I cannot allow you to be out so late.
5. Clearing her throat, she began her speech.
6. I saw a man riding a donkey.
7. Hearing the noise, he ran to the window.
8. She is really good at confusing people.
9. To succeed is always a wonderful feeling.
10. Knowing her, she is unlikely to take any help.
11. Having seen the movie before he did not go
with friends.
12. They are having their breakfast; don't disturb them.
13. You need to stop making so much noise.
14. I am going to the market right now.
15. Frightened by the storm, we sought shelter in
a bus shelter.
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Answer 1

1. laughing

2. obey

3. -

4. to be

5. clearing

6. riding

7. hearing

8. confusing