I saw him leave the house. vs I saw him leaving the house.

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English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #389 "English Slang Idioms (122)", question 1

He hated the wait before a job interview; he felt as antsy as a cat on ......... bricks.

(a) cold
(b) wet
(c) hot
(d) rough

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #389 "English Slang Idioms (122)", answer 1

He hated the wait before a job interview; he felt as antsy as a cat on hot bricks.

Correct answer: (c) hot
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What is the difference between the following sentences.
I saw him leave the house.
I saw him leaving the house.

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[Mister Micawber]

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I saw him leave the house.-- I saw the act completed
I saw him leaving the house.-- I saw the action/activity.
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