Advanced patterns with reporting verbs
Objective: Report statements, recommendations, denials and warnings using the correct verb pattern.
Explanation
Reporting verbs take different complements. Some are followed by a gerund, some by an infinitive, and others by a that-clause or an object followed by an infinitive.
Examples
- She denied having disclosed the information.
- The adviser recommended that the team revise the plan.
Practice
Choose the correct answer.
She denied ___ the confidential document.
Practice
Choose the correct answer.
The adviser recommended that the team ___ the proposal.
Practice
Choose the correct answer.
He warned us ___ the risks.