- •4. The english verbals. The infinitive
- •1. State the forms of the following infinitives.
- •3. Give the form of the infinitive according to the description.
- •4. Use the right form of the infinitive.
- •5. Translate these sentences into English, paying attention to the form of the infinitive.
- •6. Paraphrase the sentences using the infinitive without the particle "to" after the verbs "see", "hear", "watch", "notice", "feel".
- •7. Change these questions to use the verb "make".
- •8. Complete the sentences. Use the infinitive to express a) permission, compulsion; b) advice, preference.
- •9. Paraphrase these sentences to use "won't have".
- •10. Translate into English.
- •11. Use the right form of the infinitive in brackets. Insert the particle "to" where necessary.
- •12. Complete the following sentences using the infinitive as
- •13. Translate into English.
- •15. Paraphrase the sentences to use the infinitive as
- •16. Join two sentences into one. Use the infinitive as an attribute to the noun in italics.
- •17. Join two sentences into one. Use the infinitive as an adverbial modifier of
- •19. Translate these sentences into Russian. Pay attention to the infinitives.
- •20. Paraphrase using the infinitive.
- •21. Make up sentences using the following infinitive phrases parenthetically.
- •22. Paraphrase the sentences to use the complex object with the infinitive.
- •23. Translate into English using the complex object with the infinitive.
- •24. Paraphrase to use the complex subject with the infinitive.
- •25. Translate into English.
- •26. Replace the clauses in the following sentences with infinitive phrases.
- •27. Paraphrase using "for-phrases" with infinitives.
- •29. Translate into English.
24. Paraphrase to use the complex subject with the infinitive.
1. It appeared that he was asleep. 2. It seemed to her that the dinner party went on too long. 3. I think it is unlikely Pete will quarrel with his family. 4. It happened that I saw them at the theatre. 5. It is believed that John has arrived in London. 6. When she passed by it appeared that they looked at her attentively. 7. She heard Sam pass into the hall. 8. It was known that Jean was good at drawing. 9. It was likely that he had lost the key. 10. It seemed that Ann sensed the purpose of his arrival. 11. Nancy was sure that she would meet him again. 12. It happened that I knew Eliza's brother well. 13. They say Richard is the best actor in the company. 14. He made the boy drink hot tea. 15. It turned out that the play was a failure. 16. It seemed that the boy did not notice me. 17. It proved that Edna was acquainted with the actor playing the lead.
25. Translate into English.
1. Предполагалось, что мы встретимся около театра. 2 Случилось так, что меня не было дома, когда принесли телеграмму. 3. Ожидается, что к концу недели потеплеет. 4. Очень вероятно, что труппа этого театра приедет к нам на гастроли. 5. Слышали, как она с кем-то разговаривала в комнате. 6. Непохоже, чтобы он сделал такую ошибку. 7. Кажется, вы много знаете обо мне. 8. Видели, как он перешел улицу и скрылся за углом. 9. Они наверняка опоздают к началу спектакля, если не возьмут такси. 10. Оказалось, что Виктор ничего не слышал о случившемся. 11. По-видимому, она собирается стать учителем. 12. Считается, что мисс Лоуренс лучшая исполнительница этой роли. 13. Казалось, что Боб что-то знает, но боится сказать. 14. Маловероятно, что мы сможем попасть сегодня в театр. 15. Я случайно узнал, что вы теперь работаете над новой пьесой. 16. Брэдли, оказывается, уже две недели репетировал эту роль. 17. Казалось, что Джон был единственным человеком, кто мог помочь в этой ситуации. 18. Они наверняка- получат удовольствие, побывав на спектакле театра кукол.
26. Replace the clauses in the following sentences with infinitive phrases.
1. I was proud that I had won the first prize. 2. He was annoyed when he learnt that he was not allowed to join them. 3. We were surprised when we received an invitation to their party. 4. Janet was delighted when she got acquainted with the actor who played the main role. 5. I was sorry that I had missed the beginning of the first act. 6. We were happy that we had reached home before the snowstorm began. 7. Celia was extremely happy that she saw Lanny again. 8. He was sorry that he had to leave his mother for such a long time. 9. Amy was pleased that she had been asked to lunch and dine with her aunt once or twice a month. 10. Boris was ashamed that he had failed his exam in English. 11. He was surprised when he found nobody in the house. 12. I'm sorry that I have been of so little help to you.
27. Paraphrase using "for-phrases" with infinitives.
1. It is important that you should get the part of Hamlet. 2. This is a book that you should read. 3. I shall bring you a play that you may stage. 4. He stepped aside so that I could pass. 5. Mary spoke loudly enough, so that everyone could hear. 6. He waited until she spoke. 7. I'll get two tickets so that you and your friend could see the performance. 8. There was nobody Helen could speak to. 9. It is time that you should go, Tom. 10. It was important that Alex should be present at the rehearsals. 11. He left the door open so that Molly could see him. 12. His knowledge of the subject was so good that he could answer questions without any preparation. 13. Ruth waited till they went away.
28. Complete these sentences using "for-phrases" with infinitives.
1. They waited in the garden for her... 2. There is nothing left for you to do but... 3. There was no reason for him... 4. It was unusual for them... 5. This is the boy for you... 6. She opened the door for her "lend... 7. Eve played the role well enough for him... 8. It is desirable for Jane... 9. She waited for the tea... 10. Irene closed the book for him...