Is it before Does it describe

> > Use a gerund. Example: Reading is a lot of fun.

the main verb? a real action?

Does it describe a
> Use an infinitive. Example: To help is important.
general or future action?

Does it appear on the

Is it after He suggested
> "Verbs Followed > Use a gerund. Example:
the main verb? returning home.
Only by Gerunds" list?

Does it appear on the

He offered
"Verbs Followed > Use an infinitive. Example:
to return home.
Only by Infinitives" list?

If it doesn't appear on Does it describe sports

> > Use a gerund. Example: Let's go shopping.
any of the two lists… or recreational activities?

Does it appear I am thinking about

> Use a gerund. Example:
after a preposition? changing my job.

Does it appear
We had fun playing
after the words: > Use a gerund. Example:
with the kids.
have/spend/waste?

Does it show the

> Use an infinitive. Example: He came to help.
intention or purpose?

Does it show
> Use an infinitive. Example: I was happy to see her.
the reason?

If it doesn't fall into

Does it describe I jog daily, and I like
neither of these > > Use a gerund. Example:
a real action? jogging very much.
categories…

I usually don't jog,

Does it describe a
> Use an infinitive. Example: but I like to jog when
general or future action?
I get the chance.