I. Change the sentences, using the patterns:
Pattern 1: 1. The explorers could not reach the southern boundaries of the desert because of the scorching heat and lack of fresh water. 2. The day was foggy; the fishermen could not see the coast-line. 3. It's wet outdoors. Put on my raincoat, it'll save you for a while. 4. He couldn't take part in the conference because he was ill. 5. She could not make a good speech because of her poor knowledge of English.
Pattern 2: 1. Amy did not say a word and left the room. 2. You can hardly realize what an ocean-going ship is if you haven't been inside. 3. They will not come to see us if they are not invited. 4. He could listen to long verses in Latin, though he did not understand a word. 5. He would mark rhythm with his right foot, though he never realized what he was doing.
Pattern 3: 1. Owing to the smallness of our boat it was easy to navigate in such shallow waters. 2. It was impossible to move on because of the rainy season in the tropics. 3. We could hardly recognize the place after the hurricane. 4. It was easy to change our plans owing to his quick arrival. 5. I could not recognize your sister because of her new hairdo.
Pattern 4: 1. I don't think you are right taking so much trouble over the problem. 2. That sacrifice of his was almost useless. Just to think of all the efforts made! 3. What's the fare? I'm afraid it is more expensive than your luggage. 4. She had made a long way to come there, but the conference was of little value to her. 5. The manuscript turned out to be a variant of the original. I was sorry I wasted so much time translating it.
II. Complete the following sentences, using the patterns. Make nse of the words and phrases in brackets:
Pattern 1: 1. Various reasons... (to do optional subjects). 2. Her illness... (to qualify for this post). 3. My neighbour's silly remarks... (to enjoy the performance). 4. His advice... (to get into trouble). 5. The windy weather... (to take us for a drive).
Pattern 2: 1. You can't leave Great Britain... (to see the Lake District). 2. She will not take any medicine... (to consult a doctor). 3. You shouldn't leave... (to have a snack). 4. She can't speak about the news... (to get excited). 5. You won't be able to pass your exam... (to work hard).
Pattern 3: 1. Her manners... (unpleasant to deal with). 2. Lack of rainfalls... (difficult to plough). 3. Likeness of their names... (easy to remember). 4. I don't find it... (to bother him). 5. We find it... (to make use of tape-recording).
Pattern 4:1. The picture is of little value, it... (money). 2. The results of the expedition... (efforts). 3. The trip is... (trouble). 4. The decorations are... (time). 5. The victory was... (sacrifice). 6. The medicine is... (money).
III. Translate the following sentences into English. Use the patterns:
Pattern 1: 1. , . 2. - , . 3. ? 4. , . 5. , .
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Pattern 2: 1. , . 2. , , . 3. , : . 4. , .
Pattern 3: 1. . 2. . 3. . 4. , . 5. , .
Pattern 4: 1. , . 2. . 3. , . 4. . 5. , , .
IV. Respond to the following statements, using the patterns. (Make use of the conversational formulas given in the Reminder.):
A. 1. Alexander Popov was unable to perfect his invention because of the lack of money. 2. Little David was afraid of the Murdstones, he could not read his lesson well in their presence. 3. Lanny realized that Mabel might get into trouble. He wanted to save his sister. 4. You can't possibly start on a sea voyage if the weather report is unfavourable.
B. 1. You must see the Lake District with your own eyes to be able to appreciate its beauty. 2. My uncle dislikes Mary though he has never seen her. 3. Passengers should not be reminded to pay their fares. 4. I hope, you will translate all these sentences and never consult a dictionary.
C. 1. There was something strange about the Gadfly's manner of speaking. 2. Latin grammar is logical, that's why it is easy to understand. 3. Byron's verses are well-rhymed, you can learn them by heart quite easily. 4. If you know Swedish you'll find little difficulty in understanding Norwegian because these languages are of common origin.
Reminder: Just so. Quite so. I quite agree here. Naturally. Certainly. Sure. I think so. Looks like that. I disagree with you. You are wrong. You are mistaken. There's something in what you say, but.... Certainly not. Impossible! It's unfair. It's unjust.
