9th form Inventors and Inventions (Vocabulary / Grammar)

1. Thomas Alva Edison ______ one of the most famous inventors.

2. His inventions _____ and contributed to modern night lights, movies, telephones, records and CDs.

3. Edison ____ truly a genius.

4. Edison _____ the most famous for his development of the first electric light bulb.

5. When Edison was born, electricity had been not ____ yet.

6. By the time he died, entire cities ______ by electricity.

7. Much of the credit for electricity ____ to Edison.

8. Edison created and improved the things that ______ our world.

9. Some things he invented by himself and some things he ____ with other people.

10. Just about all his inventions are things we still ____ in some form today.

11. Throughout his life, Edison ____ to invent things that everyone could use.

12. Thanks to him, now we are able ____ a lot of earlier unknown things and phenomena.

GRAMMAR Infinitive or Gerund

13. If you are planning to visit a foreign country, but aren't interested in _____ with a group, don't worry.

14. It isn't tah difficult ____ alone. Here are some useful tips.

15. To begin with, you can ______ time discovering interesting places and sights just by walking around.

16. Of course, if wandering around on foot isn't your idea of _____ fun, then you might want to rent a car or motorbike to get around.

17. Just make sure you don't forget ________ a driving licence with you.

18. If you choose _____ shopping, always remember to look around first before buying anything, so that you don't miss any bargains.

19. Finally, if you get ill, be careful not to take anything without _____ a doctor first.

20. In order to have an enjoyable trip wherever you decide ____ , just make sure you've planned everyting in advance.