Here are the appropriate verb forms to complete the sentences:
He said he couldn't afford to buy that expensive watch.
I am sure John will get a satisfactory mark in biology.
It's no use going there. You won't be able to prove that they are not to blame.
I have always been looking forward to participating in such concerts.
Christopher Columbus was a well-known explorer.
How does this mechanism usually function?
Do you know why Silvia has refused to apologize?
I will be very much surprised if Mr. Langley succeeds in finishing this job.
If Boris prevents Uncle Jacob's departure, we will be really happy.
Sarah has been using these devices since... (The sentence seems incomplete; you may want to add a time frame after "since.")