Английский язык. Grammar in Progress. Учебное пособие
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ate your helping us. 42. After turning the corner, I saw him. 43. The course involved writing three tests.
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1. As time went on, the idea of being a diplomat became less attractive. 2. Getting up early is my habit. In copying this text, he made a few mistakes. 3. The Law prohibits men from selling narcotics. 4. Learn to swim by swimming. 5. Children enjoy reading fairy-tales. 6. It is good fishing in troubled water. 7. Overcoming these difficulties is not so easy as it may seem. 8. After having read the letter, she put it into her bag. 9. I don’t like his manner of reading. 10. He began reading this book yesterday. 11. I suggest telephoning the hospitals before asking the police to look for him. 12. It is no use crying over the split milk. 13. It is difficult to solve some of the present day scientific and technological problems without using supercomputers. 14. Doing is better than saying. 15. Appetite comes with eating. 16. Asking him about it was useless. 17. I had the pleasure of knowing him personally. 18. The idea of painting came to him when he was very young. 19. He who likes borrowing dislikes paying. 20. The taxi-driver tried to stop in time, but he couldn’t avoid hitting the old woman. 21. He insisted on doing the work quickly. 22. Thomas Edison was well-known for working very long hours. 23. You can’t make an omelet without breaking eggs. 24. He hated reminding people of their duties or being reminded of his. 25. Seeing is believing. 26. We heard of his planning a travel to Canada. 27. You should wash your hands before eating. 28. I have just begun understanding how this organization really works. 29. Clean hands want no washing. 30. One cannot put out the fire without using the extinguishing agents. 31. Without understanding the laws of mechanics it is difficult for the students to take part in research. 32. We insisted on the meeting being put off. 33. There is nothing doing. 34. Being in a
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room where I can’t see the exit makes me a bit uncomfortable. 35. A watched pot is long in boiling. 36. My illness prevented me from attending last night’s concert at Lincoln Centre.
37.After finishing the experiment, the discussed the results.
38.Think twice before speaking. 39. Her greatest pleasure is reading such books. 40. Try to avoid being late. 41. We enrich our knowledge by reading books. 42. The task of the assessor was exact examining the criminal facts. 43. When did you stop playing the violin?
Exercise 5. Open brackets using the right Gerund form.
1. She is disappointed at not (having been invited / being invited). 2. I remember his (telling / having told) me about his coat. 3. (Taking / Being taken) regular exercise is the most important thing you can do to take care of your health. 4. I remember (having seen / seeing) this match. 5. Before (taking
/being taken) up swimming she had been very fond of (having played / playing) basketball. 6. He doesn’t like (praising
/having praised) people. 7. The football player was punished for (having pushed / having been pushed) the centre forward. 8. The young high jumper was very proud of (being praised / praising). 9. (Speaking / Being spoken) very loud is not allowed here. 10. They finished (discussing / having discussed) the report at 2 o’clock. 11. I did not know you had stopped (rooting / having rooted) for our team. 12. I remember (being told / having been told) about this match. 13. She needs to work without (being disturbed / having disturbed). 14. I don’t see the reason for his (complaining / being complained) about it. 15. He insists on (being done / doing) the job himself. 16. I don’t mind your (including / having been included) this book in the list. 17. She admitted (having been married / having married) Mr. Clark for his money. 18. They spoke about (visiting / being visited) their friend. 19. The boy was thanked for (being helped / having helped) this woman when she was in trouble. 20. The
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minister denied (having passed / having been passed) on secret information to a newspaper. 21. He was angry at (denying / being denied) admittance. 22. I’m surprised at not (having asked / being asked) about it. 23. The passengers are tired (having been kept / being kept) waiting. 24. I completely forgot (having asked / asking) him to wait for me there. 25. She doesn’t like (being praised / having been praised) in the presence of her friends. 26. He was content (electing / being elected) president of the association. 27. He was not used to not (being treated / treating) with much respect. 28. Why don’t you do the work properly without (being reminded / reminding)? 29. Anyone travelling without a passport runs the risk of (having arrested / being arrested). 30. Everything depends on your (having been / being) here in time. 31. There’s no interest in (having gone / going) to a concert when you don’t understand music. 32. The idea of (being abandoned / having been abandoned) in the house alone horrified her. 33. She had great difficulty in (understanding / being understood) his heavily accented English. 34. He admitted (stealing / having stolen) the bicycle. 35. They anticipate (having / being had) several applicants for the job. 36. What ways of (having learnt / learning) words do you find most effective? 37. He could not remember ever (having been asked / asking) to do such a thing. 38. After (doing / being done) the same job for ten years, I felt I needed a change.
Exercise 6. Fill the gaps using the proper Gerund form.
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1) helping; 2) being helped; 3) having helped; 4) having been helped
1. I thanked my friend for …. 2. The criminals were suspected of … by somebody else. 3. This young man doesn’t need … by you. 4. I like … people. 5. Jane liked … by her friends. 6. Mary was interested in … with her car repairing. 7. Mr. Clark
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mentioned … by that policeman. 8. … people takes time and energy. 9. Instead of … to resist aggression, the Bosnian Government has seen its ability to defend itself restricted. 10. I like … with my homework. 11. They found joy in … others. 12. Mrs. Rochester denied … in the hospital. 13. I remember … then. 14. Thank you for … over that difficult matter. 15. I remember … my friend. 16. It is worth … to him. 17. Her main concern is … old people. 18. How about … me in the kitchen? 19. The poor peasant thanked Robin Hood heartily for … him.
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1) asking; 2) being asked; 3) having asked; 4) having been asked
1. The professor appreciated … to deliver lectures on this subject. 2. I started … my questions. 3. The simplistic lyric was very much in Lennon’s style, and Lennon was annoyed about not … to play on it. 4. I want to start out by … you to think back to when you were a kid, playing with blocks. 5. After … questions about the reason for arriving on a chartered airplane and about the purpose of their stay in Sweden, S.M. was subjected to beatings. 6. An employer may not allow his employees to perform hazardous work without … and received advice from the department in charge of safety in enterprises. 7. I remember … about that accident. 8. Without … for help, the bistro stewardess recognized that the passengers, a patient with a heart condition and his injured wife, were in difficulties. 9. You are better prepared because you anticipated …. 10. He was surprised at … about it. 11. It is just one of many reasons why I dislike … trivial questions. 12. I don’t remember … about it. 13. It’s no good … me what time of day it is. 14. Edward mentioned … not to throw away the document. 15. They did it without … any questions. 16. The teacher remembered … the student to translate this article.
17.I hate people … me personal questions. 18. It is useless …
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him. 19. I couldn’t resist … her about it. 20. I completely forgot (to ask) him to wait for me there.
Exercise 7. Open the brackets using a suitable form of the Gerund. Translate the sentences into Russian.
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1. I’m going to take a short holiday after (to finish) this job. 2. He’s regretting now (to come). 3. I’m annoyed at (to make) a fool of. 4. He was surprised at (to hear) the news. 5. The man left the building without (to see). 6. The boys could not leave the house without (to ask) for permission. 7. I still feel tired in spite of (to sleep) eight hours. I’m tired of (to read) this book. 8. The minister went on (to talk) for two hours. 9. I hate (to betray). 10. She was at the scene of crime but in court denied (to visit) the place before. 11. Everyone feels tired of (to do) one thing for a long. He was guilty and accused of (to steal) the wallet. 12. Ann is impatient and hates (to make) to wait.
13.The pupils didn’t like the idea of (to rewrite) the text.
14.Children usually enjoy (to take) to the zoo. 15. They prefer (to play) games to (to watch) them. 16. The problem is not worth (to speak of). 17. Don’t bother (to lock) the door. 18. The TV set needs (to repair). 19. Will you stop (to tease) him?
20.He showed no sign of (to hurt). 21. I think of (to make) her a present. 22. They showed no sign of (to recognize) us. 23. He insists on (to pay) for his work done. 24. Excuse me for (to give) so much trouble to you. 25. They deny (to rob) the bank, but admit (to make) plans about it. 26. She does not stand (to remind) people of their duties and (to remind) of hers. 27. He is not used to (to speak to) like that. 28. He had never thought of security because he had no idea of (to kidnap). 29. The feeling of (to watch) haunted him all day. 30. He just missed (to hit) by a truck. 31. She doesn’t like (to ask) such questions.
32.He could not remember ever (to ask) to do such a thing. 33. He apologized for not (to write) his report on time.
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1. Save money by (to shop) around to find where things are cheaper. I’m surprised at not (to ask) about it. 2. She is disappointed at not (to invite). 3. Ann very much enjoys (to take) photos of animals. 4. He is proud of (to speak) to this outstanding person. 5. He likes (to tell) fairy tales. 6. She enjoys (to photograph) because she thinks she’s beautiful. 7. She denied (to be) at home that evening. 8. I can’t improve my English because I haven’t much chance of (to speak) it. 9. They accuse him of (to rob) the house. 10. She found many ways of (to be) useful to him. 11. I insist on being told the truth. 12. She congratulated herself on (to think) of such a good idea. 13. I learn a lot by (to read). She insisted on (to allow) to go home. 14. If you want to wake up at a certain time, say the time to yourself three times just before (to go) to sleep. 15. The speaker was annoyed at (to interrupt) every other moment. 16. I’ve been getting more interested in (to garden) recently. 17. They were proud of Jane’s (to win) the match. 18. I can’t understand your way of (to do) it. 19. She preferred (to stay) at home. 20. I am surprised at their (to loose) the game. 21. He hates (to wear) a warm coat. 22. I object to his (to send) there. 23. She likes (to invite) by her friends. 24. I left the room after (to say) goodbye to everybody. 25. Kate loves (to look) at. 26. I remember (to show) the letter. 27. I don’t remember (to see) him before. 28. Tom doesn’t like (to tell) what to do. 29. I was proud of (to elect) chairman. 30. He is very proud of (to pass) all the exams. 31. I don’t approve my husband (to buy) this car. 32. I insist on (to listen to). 33. He complained of (to torture) by the police. 34. They were proud of (to invite) to this concert.
Exercise 8. Find and correct mistakes in the following sentences.
1. Harvest rainwater offers many advantages: it conserves municipal and well water and it is free. 2. I regret hav-
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ing been said that to him. 3. These books are required read for students of architecture. 4. I do a lot of being read in my free time. 5. He is thinking about been moving to the country. 6. The school uses a combination of modern and traditional methods for being teaching reading. 7. I mind your being smoked here. 8. I regret having been given up singing.
9.I didn’t think it worth being complained about the meal.
10.Sorry, there is no smoking in the living room. 11. They remembered his been awarded for bravery. 12. I regret being done such a thing. 13. At hear his voice, she startled. 14. I’m sure of read it once. 15. He regretted now written this letter.
16.She is angry about not been invited. 17. You can’t make an omelette without being broken an egg. 18. His been given the money solved the problem. 19. He was proud of being elected chairman. 20. She couldn’t forgive him say such things about her. 21. We remember been told about the different points of view on the theory. 22. The mother thanked the doctor heartily for being saving her child. 23. He apologized for having discussing the question in my absence. 24. Being slept for 12 hours, I felt marvelous. 25. I insist on been listened to. 26. On being entering the room, we found it empty. 27. I insist on his having been sent to this business trip.
28.The doctors insist on my give up smoking. 29. I don’t approve of you be late for the lesson so often. It’s nice being with you. 30. Can you imagine being rob of your basic rights and a living wage? 31. I was upset not having invited to the party. 32. I regret having be rude to him. 33. I don’t approve of your being signed the document. 34. I’m tired of listen to this. 35. He admitted be taking the money, but later withdrew his confession. 36. She disliked have been told the truth. 37. She was very proud of having being given this job.
38.The patient didn’t remember having taken to the hospital.
39.He denied married. 40. I suggested being putting the matter to the committee.
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Exercise 9. Translate the following sentences into Eng-
lish.
1.ЯнепривыкводитьмашинувМоскве.2.Мысогласились сделать то, что запланировали. 3. Простите, что заставил вас ждать. 4. Ее пение было прекрасным. 5. Прочитав письмо, анна положила его на стол. 6. Вы не возражаете, если я выключу свет? 7. Я полагаю, что Джейн переехала в Лондон. 8. Снег продолжал идти. 9. Прекратите перебивать меня! 10. Она не могла забыть, что он говорил такие вещи о ней. 11. Войдя в комнату, она закрыла окно. 12. Плавание полезно всем людям. 13. Она ушла, не попрощавшись ни с кем. 14. Курение опасно для здоровья. 15. Этой машине нужен ремонт. 16. Я настаиваю на подписании этого контракта. 17. Эту книгу стоит прочесть. 18. Они извиняются за то, что опоздали. 19. Анна мечтает жить в деревне. 20. Они отложили принятие решения. 21. Я настаиваю, чтобы вы пошли туда сейчас. 22. Я слышал о том, что его посылают в Европу. 23. Мне не нравиться идея — идти на эту вечеринку. 24. После работы заграницей, он вернулся в свой родной город. 25. Ему нравилось, когда с ним разговаривали. 26. Благодарю Вас за то, что Вы пришли. 27. Мне нравиться, когда меня приглашают друзья. 28. Она вошла в комнату незамеченной. 29. Я помню, что мне вернули эту книгу. 30. Мои туфли нужно отремонтировать. 31. Получив ответ от фирмы, мы передали все документы нашему юристу. 32. Когда Вы думаете поехать за границу? 33. Я горжусь, что сдал все экзамены успешно. 34. Он не мог не засмеяться. 35. Ей не нравилось, когда он говорил на китайском. 36. Вы закончили перевод статьи? 37. Она шла, не поворачивая головы. 38. Я не помню, чтобы меня спрашивали об этом. 39. Выполнив упражнение, дети побежали в сад. 40. Мы заинтересованы в заключении этого контракта.
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2.I hate … . a interrupting
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3.I look forward to … from you.
a hearing |
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5.We are interested in … by the lawyer. a having advised
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6.I regretted not … to you.
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7. Let’s try to beat the traffic by … early in the morning. |
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8. She came within two seconds of … the world record. |
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9. I’m glad of … to be a part of your work. |
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11. Don’t count on … a second chance. |
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12. He was proud of … the exams very well. |
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a being passed |
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b having entered |
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15.I insist on … everything. a being told
b having told
c having been told
16.What’s the use of …?
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17.Instead of … by my colleagues, what I should do I was left alone without any instructions.
a explaining
b having explained
c having been explained
18.Не succeeded in … the problem.
a solving |
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21.This man is accused of … a girl. a murdering
b having murdered
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22.He is proud of … this man to his place. a inviting
b having invited
c having been invited
23.Employees have a choice between … a pay cut or working more.
a taking b having taken c being taken 24. Do you like … to?
a being talked b having talked
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