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1.3. (4 X 1 point) Are the following sentences right or wrong? If wrong, correct them.

  1. If we increase productivity, we will remain profitable.

  2. Provided we will remain profitable, we can invest in our plant.

  3. Unless we invest in the plant, our competitors will overtake us.

  4. If we would ask for a bank loan tomorrow, I'm sure we would get it.

1.4. (5 X 2 points) Read the exchanges and then write a single sentence containing a clause of purpose. Use one of the following phrases. Translate the sentences into Russian.

so as to in order that so that in order to to

1. A: Why are the distribution channels being changed?

B: To avoid delays at the ports.

2. A: Why do we need to spend so much money?

B: To guarantee a top quality product.

3. A: Why is it necessary to book in advance?

B: We won't need to worry about space on the ship.

4. A: Why will costs have to be reduced?

B: Then we can have increased profitability.

5. A: What is the red switch for?

B: It switches off the motor in an emergency.

1.5. (5 X 2 points) Combine the following pairs of sentences using the subordinating marker shown. Translate the sentences into Russian.

Example: More people own computers. The number of manufactures has gone down. (while)

More people own computers, while the number of manufactures has gone down.

  1. We set up a number of quality circles. The purpose was to find out how the quality of our manufacturing processes could be improved. (in order to)

  2. Some of the workers' ideas were accepted. But others were rejected. (whereas)

  3. Quality improved. Immediately we saw an increase in our customers. (as soon as)

  4. We have consolidated our position. Now we are ready to expand again. (-ing clause)

  5. We made mistakes in the past. We knew less than we know now. (when)

1.6. (8 X 1 point) Match each verb on the left with a noun on the right to form common partnerships. Use each word once only. Write your answers (letters a, b … or h) in the boxes.

1. effective

a) communication

2. financial

b) difficulties

3. high

c) investment

4. introductory

d) offer

5. skilled

e) priority

6. sound

f) property

7. vacant

g) range

8. wide

h) workers

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1.7. (8 X 2 points) Complete each sentence with the opposite of the word in brackets. Choose from the following list. Use each word once only. You must use the correct form of the verb.

lose

lower

strengthen

agree

increase

expand

keep

complicate

  1. We _______ a lot of money on that last deal. (MAKE)

  2. Did he _______ his appointment with that journalist? (MISS)

  3. They say the banks are going to _______ interest rates. (RAISE)

  4. I think this move will _______ the deficit. (REDUCE)

  5. Won't the new clocking-in system _______ things? (SIMPLIFY)

  6. Getting outside finance can only _______ our position. (WEAKEN)

  7. Ship-building has _______ in this area over the years. (DECLINE)

  8. He _______ that the company was in trouble. (DENY)

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