Answer:
Often, an infinitive will follow "hope"
Other forms are possible.
Explanation:
Examples: I hope <u>to attend</u> college after I finish high school. (infinitive)
My parents hope <u>to have</u> good weather for their vacation. (infinitive)
Jon and Jen hope <u>running</u> will improve their endurance. (gerund)
You hope <u>posting</u> this question gets a good answer! (gerund)
Not to be confused with the verb form that follows "wish:" <em>Subjunctive </em>
I wish I <u>were</u> rich and famous.