EXERCISES. Exercise 10. Translate the sentences from English into Russian

Exercise 10. Translate the sentences from English into Russian.

1. You are expected to know these things. 2. He is known to be a great book-lover. 3. He seems to be looking for you. 4. Her childhood is said to have been very difficult. 5. The agreement is expected to be signed this week. 6. He is considered to be one of the best sportsmen in our country. 7. They are not likely to return soon. 8. I happened to be in the office when he came. 9. He proved to be right. 10. This agreement is likely to be concluded in the near future. 11. She appears to have forgotten her promise. 12. They are sure to help us. 13. Many buildings were reported to have been damaged by the fire. 14. The expedition was said to be approaching the town.

Exercise 11. Open the brackets and use the Complex Subject.

1. He is considered (be) a good musician. 2. They are thought (go away) some days ago. 3. She seems (work) at this problem now. 3. Her ring was believed (to lose) until she happened (find) it while cleaning the house. 4. Don’t cry! Everything is bound (get right) between you. 5. They are known (make) a new discovery a month ago. 6. The strength of the metal proved (overestimate) by the designer. 7. The book is likely (publish) and (appear) on sale pretty soon. It is sure (sell) well and (sell) in no time. 8. You seem (look) for trouble. 9. They were heard (quarrel).10. They happened (meet) that very day. 11. You were seen (read) my papers. 12. He appears (read) much on this question. 13. The lecture is sure (be) interesting. 14. He is expected (manage) the business himself. 15. The film is considered (be) the worst of the year.

Exercise 12. Paraphrase the following sentences using the Complex Subject.

1. It happened that they met that very day. 2. It is known that he has a large collection of pictures. 3. It proved that there were some broken cups in the case. 4. It is expected that they will send a reply today. 5. It is believed that they knew the secret all the time. 6. It is not likely that he will win. 7. It is certain that this picture will be the best at the exhibition. 8. It appears that she returned two months ago and now is working at her new book. 9. It happened that we saw them leave. 10. It turns out that I’ve known him all my life. 11. It is supposed that they are working at this problem now. 12. It happened that I was discussing this question at that moment. 13. It seemed that the man was studying me and I felt uneasy in his presence. 14. It is said that there are many difficulties in solving this problem. 15. It is reported that the president has left his residence and is returning to the capital. 16. It is not likely that they will follow your recommendations. 17. It is certain that they will marry soon.

Exercise 13. Translate the sentences from Russian into English.

1.Эту пьесу считают самой интересной в театре. 2. Питер, наверное, нам поможет. – Он наверняка нам поможет. 3. Полагают, что они уехали вчера. 4. Известно, что они готовят интересный доклад. 5. Оказалось, что он прав. 6. Никто, по-видимому, не обратил внимания на его слова. 7. Кажется, кто-то стучит. 8. Говорят, что он один из самых талантливых студентов. 9. Этот вопрос обязательно обсудят. 10. Так случилось, что гости приехали раньше. 11. Правила, вероятно изменятся. 12. Как сообщают, средняя температура в этом году была значительно ниже, чем в прошлом. 13. Считают, что это изобретение поможет нам в нашей работе. 14. Кажется, я оставил свои документы дома. 15. Я случайно был дома, когда он зашел. 16. Видимо, он сейчас разговаривает с ней по телефону. 17. Вальтер Скотт считается создателем исторического романа. 18. Его статья несомненно будет напечатана. 19. Он оказался хорошим спортсменом. 20. Едва ли его назначат главным инженером.