Complete the sentences with the infinitive (with or without to) or the gerund (- ing form) of the verbs in brackets.
1. Our employees are always encouraged _____ (use) their own initiative.
2. The politician denied ever _____ (have) any connections with the oil industry.
3. We won’t be there on the fourth, but we hope _____ (join) you all on the fifth.
4. To maximize your score, avoid _____ (make) unnecessary mistakes.
5. Tori was really disappointed ______ (learn) that she had failed the test.
6. I decided _____ (make up) for _____(let) the team down last time around.
7. My grandparents will never get used to ____(live) in the capital city.
8. Before ______ (submit) your essay, check that you have answered every question. 9. We’re looking forward to ______(receive) your proposal for the new design. 10.Edmund has recently taken up ______ (collect) old sports magazines.