69 How do you feel about sustainable travel? Complete the sentences below with an infinitive or a gerund so that they are (or could be) true for you. Example: On my last holiday, I decided to go scuba diving. 33 a 1 In order to travel more sustainably, I chose … 2 I wanted to reduce my carbon emissions, but I hesitated … 3 I’d like to travel more responsibly, but I can’t afford … 4 As soon as I have enough money, I intend … 5 You won’t believe it, but I’ve never managed … 6 On long train rides, I tend … 7 I had planned … on my trip, but then … 8 I once attempted … 9 For my next holiday, I hope … Now compare your sentences in pairs. Did your partner write anything that you find surprising/ interesting? Ask them to tell you more about it. Example: A: Last year, I decided to cycle to Rome. B: Really? Did you enjoy it? Your geography teacher has recently had a wonderful eco-travel experience, and she told you all about it in class. She also gave you a lot of useful advice: b 34 “They say travel broadens the mind – and they’re right. So get out there and explore! Have you heard of Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve? Located on Haida Gwaii, off Canada’s west coast, it’s an ecofriendly gem managed by the Haida people, who help manage the park and protect its beauty. As a visitor, please respect their traditional lands. And be sure to visit the special heritage sites, like SGang Gwaay, to learn about Haida history and culture. Also, don’t miss the chance to kayak through the calm waters to see the beautiful rainforests and animals like sea lions and bald eagles. But go slowly to take it all in. Oh, and remember to bring eco-friendly gear and leave no rubbish behind. Don’t worry if you’re not used to outdoor activities – the guides will help you. I promise you’ll leave with a new respect for nature.” Unfortunately, your friend missed your teacher’s travel stories. Tell them what your teacher said using the verbs below: Example: She strongly advised us to take the opportunity to go kayaking. advise encourage suggest recommend insist mention promise remind tell warn Language box Remember how to report what somebody said: My teacher suggested visiting a national park. She told us not to leave any rubbish behind. With some verbs, the meaning changes depending on whether they are followed by a gerund or an infinitive. Can you explain the difference in meaning? He stopped smoking./He stopped to smoke. Complete the sentences below using either a gerund or an infinitive. 35 a See Grammar revisited, Gerund and infinitive, p. 191. b 1 I will always remember … (see) bald eagles in Gwaii Haanas National Park. 2 You should stop … (waste) water by taking long showers. Water is precious in this dry climate! 3 Remember … (pack) eco-friendly gear for the trip. 4 Have you tried … (talk) to a travel agent? They should be able to recommend a nice eco-resort. 5 I can’t go on … (fly) to faraway places on my holidays; I’m starting to feel really guilty about the environmental impact of air travel. 6 I so regret … (not pay) more attention to Haida culture when I was in Gwaii Haanas. 7 When I was kayaking, I saw a sea lion. I stopped … (take) a picture. Get into small groups. Come up with new example sentences using the verbs from the box on the right with gerunds or infinitives. Write them as gapped sentences (see 35b). Give your sentences to a different group to fill in and see if they get them right. 36 go regret remember stop try Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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