In the following sentence identify the function of the infinitive (phrase)chance hates to erase the boards.

the correct answer is direct object.

infinitives are relatively easy to spot - they usually (not always) have the word to plus the actual verb. for example: to dance, to sing, to sleep, to paint, etc. in this sentence, the infinitive is to erase.

the infinitive is connected to the verb before it - hates. the easiest way to determine the function of the infinitive is to ask the question what. so, what does chase hate to do? to erase the boards. given that we ask the question what for direct objects, that is exactly what it is in this sentence.

oral reading is important because then you may end up loving to read if you hate it now. i hope i .

a compare and contrast essay is a piece of formal writing in which the author focus on the similarities between two ideas, objects, places, etc., and the differences between them. there are some aspects that the author should take into account when he/she is crafting the essay. first, the author has a clear idea of the effect that he/she wants to produce on the audience (a purpose). his/her main idea should be presented in the thesis statement in a simple but effective way which gives the audience a clear idea of the content and the direction of the essay. in addition, it is also important to focus to the similarities and differences that not only are interesting and relevant to the reader but also provide a new, impressive point of view or deeper understanding of a topic.