Unit 57 - Verb + -ing or to ...

Question 1

What does « try to do » mean?

Answer 1

• Attempt to do
  
  • I was very tired. I tried to keep my eyes open
• make an effort to do
• Do something as an experiment or test
  
  • These cakes are delicious. You should try one

Question 2

what does happen when try is followed by a verb?

Answer 2

when try is followed by a verb = verb + ing

• the photocopier doesn’t seem to be working.
• try pressing the green button

Question 3

what does I need to do something mean?

Answer 3

• it is necessary for me to do it

Question 4

What does something needs doing mean?

Answer 4

• it need to be done

Question 5

what does I can’t help doing something mean?

Answer 5

I can’t stop myself doing it