Verb Patterns (Remix) - ESL Jeopardy
An interactive Jeopardy game for B1 teens focusing on verb patterns with gerunds, infinitives, and both. Players answer questions about verb usage in context, with emphasis on speaking and discussion at higher point values. Includes personalisation tasks to encourage genuine communication.
A free Jeopardy Quiz for Teens at CEFR B1 level. Topic: Verb Patterns (Remix).
Categories
- Gerunds Only
- Infinitives Only
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives
- Personal Choices and Reasons
Questions
- Gerunds Only (100): Complete this sentence: I really enjoy _____ (play) football with my friends on weekends.
- Gerunds Only (200): What verb pattern goes in this gap? She can't stand _____ (wait) in long queues at the supermarket. Explain why this verb must be a gerund.
- Gerunds Only (300): Fill the gap and then describe a time when you did this: My brother finished _____ (study) for his exam at midnight last night.
- Gerunds Only (400): Complete and compare: I spend too much time _____ (scroll) on my phone, but I prefer _____ (read) books. Which activity do you think is better for your brain and why?
- Gerunds Only (500): Fill the gap and explain your choice: I regret _____ (not learn) to play a musical instrument when I was younger. What activity do you regret not learning and what would you do differently?
- Infinitives Only (100): Complete this sentence: I want _____ (become) a doctor in the future.
- Infinitives Only (200): Fill the gap and explain the verb pattern: My parents arranged _____ (visit) my grandmother next weekend. Why does 'arrange' take an infinitive here?
- Infinitives Only (300): Complete the sentence and then give your own example: I promised _____ (help) my friend with homework tomorrow. What have you promised to do recently?
- Infinitives Only (400): Fill both gaps and explain the difference: I managed _____ (finish) my project on time, but I expect _____ (receive) a good grade. Why does one verb pattern work for 'managed' and another for…
- Infinitives Only (500): Complete and reflect: I would like _____ (learn) a new skill this year, but I need _____ (find) time for it. What skill would you like to learn and what would prevent you from doing it?
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives (100): Complete this sentence with both forms: I like _____ (watch) films, but I prefer _____ (go) to the cinema.
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives (200): Fill the gaps: I started _____ (learn) English when I was six years old, but I began _____ (take) it seriously only last year. What is the difference between these two sentences?
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives (300): Complete and explain: I hate _____ (wake) up early for school, but I don't mind _____ (wake) up early on weekends. Why can both verbs take gerunds here?
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives (400): Fill the gaps and compare: I love _____ (play) video games, and I would love _____ (win) the school gaming tournament. How does the verb form change and why might that be?
- Both Gerunds and Infinitives (500): Complete both ways and discuss: I can't help _____ (think) about the test tomorrow, and I choose _____ (study) instead of going out. Which form feels more natural for each verb in your own speech,…
- Personal Choices and Reasons (100): Tell us: Do you fancy _____ (try) a new sport this year? Why or why not?
- Personal Choices and Reasons (200): Describe your habit: How much time do you spend _____ (do) homework each week? Is this more or less than you would like?
- Personal Choices and Reasons (300): Share your experience: Have you ever stopped _____ (do) something you enjoyed because you were too busy? What was it and do you regret _____ (stop)?
- Personal Choices and Reasons (400): Compare your preferences: How is your attitude toward _____ (exercise) different from your best friend's? Explain why you think you have different feelings about it.
- Personal Choices and Reasons (500): Imagine your future: What do you hope _____ (achieve) in the next five years? Describe the steps you plan _____ (take) to make this happen and explain why you chose these goals.