Progress Check 1

I really want _____

in the city marathon next month.

• to run

• running

You should avoid _____

junk food if you’re serious about losing weight.

• to eat

• eating

I had to give up _____

football after I suffered a serious injury to my leg. (play)

I was thirsty, so I stopped _____a drink on my way home. (buy)

The fitness centre was supposed _____ at 7 am but it was closed when I arrived.

• opening

• to open

If you don’t eat a balanced diet, you may risk _____ health issues later in life.

• develop

• developing

My friend is refusing _____a doctor about the rash on her leg.

• to see

• seeing

I always remember _____ sun cream with me whenever I go on holiday. (take)

I decided to go by car, _____ walk, because it was raining.

• instead of

• rather than

I really enjoy my job as a fitness instructor, _____ the low salary.

• despite

• instead of