Grammar exercises

 

Exercise VI. Define the tense-forms used in the following sentences and translate them:

 

1. The answers are given instantly upon demand.

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2. She will be sent an invitation card.

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3. I am invited to all the meetings.

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4. These difficulties are overcome by the use of digital control systems.

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5. He was asked many questions.

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6. The variable was computed.

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7. The correctness of the conclusion was confirmed by many facts.

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8. Noise is reduced by filtering.

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Exercise VII. Translate the sentences, underline modal verbs and define their functions:

 

1. He was allowed to perform the operation. ………………………………………...	a) refusing permission
2. I am to go to the conference. ………………………………………...	b)expressing obligation
3. You must attend the meeting. ………………………………………...	c) giving permission
4. You may make a phone call in this room. ………………………………………..	d)expressing obligation
5. I’m sorry but you can’t use the fax.. ………………………………………..	e) talking about permission

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Exercise VIII. Underline the words with suffixes and guess their meaning. Translate the sentences:

1. This may be the main justification for giving aid.

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2. Familiarity brings indifference.

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3. The earnings of the educated are greater than those of the uneducated.

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4. One hundred of students take part in the competition.

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5. He found in both the same incomprehensibility.

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