Речевые формулы
SUGGESTIONS |
ЭТИКЕТ ПРЕДЛОЖЕНИЯ. |
Let's... Why don't we...? Why not...? What about...? We could... I suggest we… |
Давайте ... Почему бы нам не ...? Почему бы не…? Как насчет ...? Мы могли бы ... Я предлагаю, (чтобы мы)… |
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RELUCTANCE |
НЕЖЕЛАНИЕ |
I don't feel like it. I don't want to. I'd rather not. Do I have to? Do we have to? |
Мне не хочется. Не хочу. Лучше не надо. Мне (это) обязательно? (Это) Нам обязательно? |
Лексико-грамматические упражнения
Упражнение 1. Ответьте на вопросы к тексту.
1. Where was Richard's main office?
2. What does MEDEQ stand for?
3. What equipment was there in Richard's office?
4. Who did Victor meet in the office?
5. What was the itinerary of Victor's stay in America?
Упражнение 2.Что используется в современном офисе? Попробуйте ответить на этот вопрос, начиная предложение с названий оборудования.
Printers, computers, teletypes, faxes, copiers, telephones, paper-shredders.
What is used in the office?
Ответьте на вопросы, используя формы, данные за чертой.
1. Are typewriters used in a modern No, they aren't.
2. Is a typewriter used in a modern No, it isn't.
3. Are printers used in a modern Yes, they are.
4. Is a printer used in a modern Yes, it is.
5. Are computers used here? Yes…
6. Are dictionaries used here? … .
7. Are telephones used here? … .
8. Is modern equipment used here? … .
9. Is outdated equipment used here? … .
Упражнение 3. Ответьте на следующие вопросы, используя для этого диалог или текст данного урока.
1. What is used in the building to go up and down?
2. When was the firm founded?
3. What was it called then?
4. Where was it situated then?
5. What is Vic impressed with?
Упражнение 4. Рассказывая о работе вашего офиса, вы можете использовать следующие предложения, употребляя вместо точек одну из глагольных форм: is — are; was — were.
1. This printer ... connected to a computer.
2. These printers ... connected to computers too.
3. These copiers ... bought last year.
4. New equipment ... bought every year.
5. Many documents ... printed daily.
6. This paper ... made yesterday.
7. This fax message ... received last week.
Что вы думаете об офисе, где работает Ричард?
Попробуйте сказать об этом по-английски.
Do you like this office? (to be well — equipped).
Yes, it's very well — equipped.
Do you like this office? (to be well — equipped).
Do you like this cottage? (to be well — decorated).
Do you like this dress? (to be well — made).
Do you like this dish? (to be well — cooked).
Do you like this story? (to be well — written).
Упражнение 5. Эти предложения содержат информацию о том, что еще не было сделано. Прочтите их вслух несколько раз.
Образец: Have you used this new computer?
— No, this computer hasn't been used yet.
1. Have you used this computer?
2. Has he bought a printer?
3. Have they printed the documents?
4. Has she made this paper?
5. Have they received the fax message from London?
6. Has she translated the document?
Упражнение 6. Вашему офису нужна новая техника.
Скажите, что она будет приобретена.
Образец: We need ten more printers. - bought.
— Ten more printers will be bought.
1. We need ten more printers. (bought).
2. We need 3 more employees. (employed).
3. We need one more executive. (appointed).
4. We need new branches. (opened).
5. We need a joint venture. (founded).
6. We need another program. (discussed).
7. We need more specialists. (invited).
8. We need special training. (offered).
Упражнение 7. Предложите собеседнику:
Образец: a cup of coffee - How about a cup of coffee?
What about a cup of coffee?
a cup of coffee
a drive to the country
a visit to the movies
a smoke
having lunch in the office canteen
going to Washington for the weekend
Упражнение 8. Откажитесь от предложения, используя формы речевого этикета.
Образец: a cup of coffee: What about a cup of coffee? — I don't feel like it.
a cup of coffee
a lunch at the canteen
sending a wire to Petersburg
asking Mr. Cronin to change the itinerary
walking about the city in the afternoon
playing tennis in the morning
a game of chess
UNIT 10
A house on Long Island
Richard had a small one-bedroom apartment in New York. But he stayed there only a few nights a month, when he had to work late in the office. He said his real home was a country house on Long Island. It was not very far from New York. Most days he drove to the office. But sometimes he took a train with thousands of other commuters. It took him about an hour to get to work, both by car and by train.
On my very first weekend in America I was invited to Richard's house on Long Island. I wondered if this would be a family occasion. Maybe I would meet Richard's entire family? Not quite, he said. Yes, I would see a few members of his family and a few friends as well. To make it easier for me he made a chart of his family tree.
The house was pretty big. It was surrounded by a nice garden. There was a two-car garage attached to the house and a swimming pool in the back. It was a very hot day. A swim would be very welcome. But first I had to meet the family. Rich introduced me to his wife Doris, his father, his in-laws, his daughter, his son and his son's wife. She was expecting a baby. Richard's daughter Jane showed me to my room. It was upstairs. And it was just one of the five bedrooms on that floor! Then she showed me around the house. There was a living room with a real fireplace. There were two bathrooms. The dining room was very large. I thought my kitchen in New York was well equipped. Well, I was wrong. This one looked like the control room of a space center!
A housewarming party
The occasion was a housewarming. I found that Richard had recently moved. They used to live in more or less the same area. Now they could afford a bigger and nicer house. But it wasn't quite his own. Richard explained that houses were very expensive there. So he had made a down payment of 30% (percent) and borrowed the rest of the money from a bank. He would have to pay back the loan over 30 years.
The table was already set for company. Soon friends and neighbors started arriving. The party was a great success.
Dialogues
Richard is driving Vic to his place.
— I'd love to stay with your people tonight. Are we going to your apartment?
— Oh, no. My real home is a country house on Long Island.
— Is it very far from New York?
— No, it isn't. Most days I drive there. But a few nights a month I have to stay in my apartment.
— You have to?
— Yes, when I work late in my office. But that doesn't happen very often.
— I've heard a lot about traffic jams. Do they happen often?
— Yes, they do. And sometimes I have to take a train with thousands of other commuters.
— How long does it take to get there?
— It usually takes an hour.
— Is your house big?
— We've moved just recently. We can afford a bigger house now.
— I've heard houses are pretty expensive, aren't they?
— Yes, they are.
— Did you buy it?
— Yes, I did. But it isn't quite my own.
— What do you mean?
— I made a down payment of 30% and took out a loan from the bank.
— What's your payment plan?
— I have to pay it back over thirty years.
But it's worth it, of course.
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— I wish we had an office like this in Petersburg. — I wish I hadn't said it. — I'm sorry I didn't know about your arrival.
— It's a pity you are so short of lime. We could see some more of the city. — I'm sorry I can't stay any longer. I've got to go. — Too bad I can't accompany you to Washing-ton. I'm going to be busy the whole week. |
— Isn't yours as good? — It's right, I understand. — It's all right, Richard's 14 met me. — I wish I could.
— That's a shame. I wish you could stay to meet the family. — Yes, I wish we could spend more time together. |
What Shall We Do This Evening?
English people frequently take bottles of drink with them to parties and give them to the host on arrival. They are then put with the other bottles for everybody to drink. A bottle of spirits or wine, or several bottles of beer are suitable. It is sometimes difficult to know what a real invitation is and what is not! If someone says «You really must come and see us one of these days», the best tactic is to reply «Thank you very much. I love meeting English people» and then wait to see whether a specific date is mentioned.
A. How about coming out for a drink with me this evening?
В. I'd like that very much. Thank you.
A. Shall we say round about eight?
В. Fine. Seе you then.
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— Why don't we go for a drive in the country?
— That would be very nice. Thank you.
— I'll pick you up about 7.30.
— Right. See you later.
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Do you feel like going to the cinema?
— That sounds like a good idea. Thank you.
— Let's make it 6.30 at your place.
— That'll be OK by me.
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— Would you like to come to a party with me tonight?
— I'd love to. Thank you very much.
— I'll call round for you after supper.
— OK. I'll be ready.
In formal situations, a man is introduced to a woman, unless he is much older and more senior. Young men are introduced to older men and young women to older women.
A. Wendy, I'd like you to meet my brother, Sam.
В. How do you do?
С. How do you do?
В. What do you think of life in England?
С. I'm still feeling pretty homesick.
В. It's bound to1 be strange at first.
1 bound to: sure to
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— Mrs. Hughes, this is Peter Brown.
— How do you do?
How do you do?
How do you find things over here?
— If it wasn't for the climate, I'd like it very much.
— It won't take you long to settle down.
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— Mother, this is Joe's brother, David.
How do you do?
How do you do?
How do you like London?
It's quite different from what I expected.
Don’t worry; you’ll soon get used to it.
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— Mrs. Stacey, I'd like to introduce my Greek friend, Milos.
— How do you do?
— How do you do?
— What are your first impressions of England?
— Of course, it's much colder here than it is at home.
— Never mind; you'll be all right in a week or two.1
The Weather.
Foreigners are often amused that the English spend so much time discussing the weather. The reason for this is not simply that our weather is interesting and variable, but that the English are reluctant to converse about personal matters with people who are not friends. Mentioning the weather can be a useful and inoffensive way of starting a conversation with a stranger at a bus-stop or in a train.
A. Fairly mild for the time of year.
В. Yes. Quite different from the forecast.
A. They1 say we're in for snow.2
В. Let's hope it keeps fine for the weekend.
1They: the forecasters
2we're in for snow: snow expected.
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It seems to be clearing up.
— It makes a change, doesn't it?
— Apparently it's going to turn colder.
Still, another month should see us through the worst of it.1
1see us through the worst of it: find us through the worst of the winter and into spring.
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— Nice and bright this morning.
— Yes. Much better than yesterday.
— The wind`ll probably get up later.
— As long as it doesn't rain.1
1as long as it doesn't rain: I don't mind what happens provided it doesn't rain.
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— It's good to see the sun again.
— A big improvement on what we've been having.
— It's supposed to cloud over this afternoon.
— I didn't think it would last.
Asking about Health.
When an Englishman asks you about your health, he is probably only doing so out of politeness. Unless he knows you have been ill, he is certainly not expecting a detailed medical report, and will be most surprised if you give him one.
A. How's your father keeping?
В. He's been off work for a day or two.
A. What's wrong with him?
B. He's gone down with a cold.
A. Tell him I hope he soon feels better.
В. That's very kind of you. I'll pass it on.
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— Where's Tony this evening?
— He's not feeling very well.
— Really? What's the trouble?
— I think he must have eaten something.
— Give him my regards and tell him to take things easy.
— Thank you very much. I'll tell him what you said.
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— How's your brother these days?
— He hasn't been too well just recently.
— I'm sorry to hear that.
— What's the matter?
— I think he's been overworking.
— I hope he soon gets over it.
— Thank you. He'll be pleased to hear you asked after him.
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— I haven't seen Bob lately. How is he?
— As a matter of fact, he's laid up.1
— Oh dear! What's up with him?
— We don't know, but we're having the doctor in tomorrow.
— Let me know if there's anything I can do.
— Thanks very much. I'll tell him you inquired about him.
1laid up: ill
Thanks for Hospitality.
Flowers, given to the hostess on arrival, are always appreciated by English families offering hospitality. The wrapping paper should not be removed.
A. It's time we were off.
В. So soon? Can't you stay a little longer?
A
.
I wish I could, but I'm late already.
В. What a shame!
A. Thank you for a wonderful meal.
В. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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— I really must be going now.
— But you've only just come. Wouldn't you like to stay for a snack?1
— That's very kind of you, but I mustn't be too late.
— What a pity!
— Thanks very much for the party.
— It was a pleasure to have you.
1 a snack: a light meal
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— I think it's about time we made a move.1
— What already? Won't you have another coffee?
— I'd love to, but I have to be up early tomorrow.
— Oh dear! What a shame!
— Thank you for a most enjoyable evening.
— Not at all. Hope you can come again.
1made a move: started to go
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— If you'll excuse me, I really should be off now.
— Not yet surely. Have another drink at least.
— No, thank you all the same.
— Oh dear! What a pity!
— Thank you very much in deed for the delicious meal.
— Thank you for coming.