Would you mind ____ the window? It's a bit cold.
- A. closing(correct answer)
- B. to close
- C. close
- D. closed
Why: Would you mind + -ing: closing.
B114 questions · Intermediate · Modal Verbs and Related Expressions
Could you or Would you mind? Shall I, Let me, Let's, Why don't we or How about? Practise polite requests, offers and suggestions, with answers and short explanations.

1.Would you mind ____ the window? It's a bit cold.
Why: Would you mind + -ing: closing.
2.____ I carry that bag for you?
Why: To offer help, use Shall I…?
3.How about ____ lunch at that new place near the river?
Why: How about + -ing: having.
How to ask for help (Could you, Would you mind + -ing), ask permission, offer help (Shall I, Let me) and suggest (Let's, How about + -ing).