This ESL writing lesson introduces students to the proper usage of “prefer”.
Sentence Pattern:
I prefer A(-ing) to B(-ing)
This means the same as “I would rather A than B.”
Note: If “A” and “B” are verbs, you must add “-ing”.
I like steak, but I don’t like hamburgers.
– I prefer steak to hamburgers.
I enjoy playing tennis more than watching TV.
– I prefer playing tennis to watching TV.
Rewrite the following sentences, using “prefer”.
1. I don’t like math class, but I like English class.
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2. Playing piano is boring, but playing drums is fun.
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3. Online travel agencies are convenient, but regular travel agencies are not.
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4. I like summers, but I don’t like winters.
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5. Kim doesn’t like dogs, but she loves cats.
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Write one more sentence, using “prefer”
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