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8. In sentence 12, change if one takes to taking.
9. In sentence 12, because the gerund is now the subject, omit the comma and the
subject it.
10. In sentence 12, change these steps to the more specific these three steps.
ACTIVITY 11 Original Writing
On a separate sheet of paper, write a process paragraph (at least six sentences) about
adjusting to a new situation or adapting to a new culture. Use at least one gerund and
one infinitive and underline them; try to use more if possible.
Here are some examples of how to begin.
• Moving to a new country often requires learning a new language and adjusting to
new customs.
• Students who are in college for the first time need to follow three steps to adapt to
the new responsibilities going to college brings.
• After finishing college, recent graduates who have found full-time jobs will need to
adjust to their new lifestyle.
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