Activity1

Below are twelve verb forms that can be used to construct finite or non-finite clauses.
Construct a sentence with each of them, using the specified category of non finite clauses
and tense for the finite clauses. Remember that a nonfinte clause may be attached to a finite
clause.

1. call: (past tense)

2. remember (progressive non-finite)
3. leave (infinitival non-finite
4. stop (perfective non finite)
5. crush (present tense)
6. mix (perfective non-finite)
7. dig (past tense)
8. establish (progressive non-finite
9. reinforce ((infinitival non-finite )
10. stick (past tense )
11. turn over (present tense)
12. revise (progressive non-finite)

Activity 2

Apply the It test and underline the nominal group functioning as the subject.

1. Johnson and Mary are getting engaged this weekend.

2. Both of us are completing our studies this semester.
3. Durian trees take many years to grow before they can bear fruits.
4. Eating at hawkers stalls is common among Malaysians.
5. To gain weight is hard for her.
6. What she doesnt know wont hurt her.
7. Where I will work depends on many factors.
8. Nasi lemak is internationally recognized as gourmet food.
9. Knowing her results earlier will help her to look for a job.
10. To study functional grammar is to gain a new approach in understanding grammar.