Exercises

Exercise 1.

Translate the sentences paying attention to the Subjective Participial Construction.

1.

The name of this prominent scientist is often heard mentioned in the reports.

2.

The taxi could be seen waiting outside.

3.

The storm was seen approaching the coast very fast.

4.

The plane is reported to have landed safely.

5.

The dog was found sleeping under the table.

6.

They were heard talking about me.

7.

The helicopter was heard flying over the field.

8.

Lily was found crying in the corner.

9.

Very important information was found missing in the report.

Exercise 2.

Find the sentences with the Subjective Participial Construction and translate them.

1.

He saw all his plans destroyed.

2.

A lot of people were seen cleaning the streets from snow.

3.

Nobody wanted them going there alone.

4.

It’s raining cats and dogs, we stayed at home.

5.

The boys were caught stealing CDs.

6.

He was often heard playing jazz in the evening.

7.

I hope my Mum hasn’t noticed me coming home so late.

8.

Jerry was heard opening the door.

9.

They found the shop closed.

Exercise 3.

Use the word in brackets as part of the Subjective Participial Construction and translate them.

1.

The boywas seen ____ a computer game at the lesson (to play).

2.

The hurricane was believed ____ (to finish).

3.

She was thought happily ____ (to marry).

4.

The glasses were found ____ on the fridge (to lie).

5.

The city was found ____ with snow (to cover).

6.

The fire was reported ____ quickly (to put out).

7.

The lorry was thought ____ (to crash).

8.

The expensive vase was found ____ (to break).

9.

Your research may be thought ____ (to complete).