Lesson XXVI: ING-AF in the Object Block Position

C.2. ING-AF in the Subject Block Position Previous pattern: I wanted TO SING. She CAN’T HELP DANCING. New pattern: S-Block … DISCUSSING politics is boring . BEING late is a bad habit . TALKING about science is my favorite topic . CROSSING the street on a red light could be very dangerous . ACTING against reason drives me crazy. WRITING neat code makes me happy. Exercise: C.2.1. Practice ING-AF in the Subject Block Position Replace the container IT with ING-AF. For example: It could be dangerous to make all of your dreams come true . MAKING ALL OF YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE COULD BE DANGEROUS . It is as a rule necessary to engage the latest technology . ENGAGING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY IS NECESSARY . 1. It’s the greatest mistake to ignore reality. 2. It’s a true intelligence to apply simple rules in complex situations. 3. It’s wasting of time to look back over your shoulder. 4. It’s a sheer joy to climb mountains. 5. It’s necessary to practice regularly. 6. It’s a matter of life and death for the future of humankind to protect the environment. 7. It’s a good idea to speak to her mother. 8. It’s essential to respect the attitude of your counterpart during discussion. 9. It’s a good habit to take long countryside walks. 10. It doesn’t seem wise to decide upon it without consulting him. 11. It doesn’t make any sense to rely on natural capital. 12. It stands to reason to talk to her honestly.