General revision exercises on the non-finite forms of the verb

Exercise 1 p. 177. Use the gerund or the infinitive of the verb in brackets. Insert prepositions where necessary.

1. I regret (to miss) the show. 2. I regret (to say) I am not coming. 3. He is quite able (to take care) of himself. 4. He is capable (to do) things you would least expect of him. 5. He would not stop (to ask) questions until he thought he was clear about everything. 6. We called after him, but he did not even stop (to turn) his head. 7. I don't like your way (to talk). 8. This is not the way (to talk). 9. It was very useful (to hear) the different opinions. 10. It's no use (to argue) when the matter is settled. 11. You can hardly count (to find) everything as you would like it to be. 12. He felt they were hiding something from him, and he demanded (to tell) the truth. 13. I'll give you a chance (to try) your hand at it. 14. Shall we have a chance ever (to see) you here again? 15. His time was up, but he still went on (to talk). 16. After saying a few words about the author himself, the lecturer went on (to speak) of his works. 17. I need spectacles (to read). 18. The print is too small; I need a magnifying glass (to read) it with.

Exercise 2 p. 177. Translate the following into English using the gerund or the infinitive. (The verbs in brackets are to be used as predicates.)

1. (to remember, to forget): а) Вы не забыли опустить письмо, которое я вам дал? b) Сунув руку в карман, он обнаружил там письмо, которое он забыл опустить. с) Едва я прочел первые строки, как вспомнил, что я уже где-то читал эти слова. d) Я совсем забыл, что одолжил кому-то свой словарь, и долго искал его на полках. 2. (to suggest, to offer): а) Случай оказался серьезным, и врач предложил созвать консилиум. b) Видя наши затруднения, он предложил выручить нас. 3. (to keep promise, to show promise): а) Выполнил ли он свое обещание заняться этим делом? b) Он обещает скоро стать одним из лучших шахматистов нашего клуба. 4. (to go on): а) Во второй главе автор продолжает описывать экономическое положение страны. b) Во второй главе, после краткого анализа экономики страны, автор описывает современную политическую обстановку. 5. (couldn't help, couldn't but): а) Его искусство не могло не вызвать восхищения. b) Кто бы ни видел его картины, не мог не восхищаться его искусством. 6. (to propose): а) Экскурсовод предложил начать осмотр выставки с автобусной поездки по ее территории. b) Насколько известно, они намеревались выехать во второй половине дня. 7. (to think): а) Мы полагали начать обследова­ние завода с этого цеха. b) Я не мог даже и думать о том, чтобы оставить его одного в таком состоянии.

Exercise 3 p. 178. Complete the following using the gerund or the infinitive. Insert prepositions where necessary.

1. There is no.... 2. There is not much.... 3.... is out of the question. 4.... would have been a mistake. 5. It is no good.... 6. It is very good....7. His duty was....8. His work was....9. There is no reason....10. There is no need.... 11. Your television set does not need.... 12. You needn't.... 13. He was-looking for an opportunity.... 14. I don't think there can be any opportunity.... 15. Then the article goes on.... 16. In spite of the late hour they went on.... 17. They were in a hurry, they could not stop.... 18. He was struck by the beauty of the scenery; he could not stop.... 19. I am used....20. When a student I used.... 21. I can't bear.... 22. They couldn't afford.... 23. What about your report? Have you finished...? 24. On hearing the footsteps he ceased.... 25. He began... only when the noise subsided. 26. We never intended.... 27. No matter how often I tried.... 28. The weather looks like....29. The climate seems.... 30. It was very nice....31. My job is....

Exercise 4 p. 178. State whether the -ing form is a participle, a gerund, or a verbal noun.

1. Looking back upon that time was like remembering something that had happened long ago, when he was much younger. (Sft) 2. Looking back upon that time, I thought that all might have been different had it not been for the interference of my parents. 3. Dave lived there like a rent-paying tenant, his comings and goings being of small concern to the others. (Sxt) 4. The distraught Jenny, sitting by her sleeping child, was at last made to realize, by its peaceful breathing, that all danger was over. (Dr) 5. She left off ringing, and, sitting down at the top of the stairs, buried her face in her hands. (Gls.) 6. With a sudden tightening of the muscles he became aware of a figure walking noiselessly beside him. (Wl) 7. There was the sound of rocking a chair in the room, and of a woman singing. (Grw) 8. He cursed himself for having come, and at the same time resolved that, happen what would, having come, he would carry it through. (Ldn) 9. Through spaces of the unfinished house, shirtsleeved figures worked slowly, and sounds arose — spasmodic knockings, the scraping of metal, the sawing of wood. (Gls.) 10. Having exhausted all the possible combinations of his vocabulary, the sailor quieted down to hard thinking. (Ldn) 11. An old clock kept with its ticking a jealous record of the seconds slipping away for ever from its old master. 12. Stephanie walked slowly across the campus enjoying the Saturday afternoon luxury of walking without hurrying. (Sxt) 13. Sitting at the empty table made him feel sorry for himself. (St)

Exercise 5 p. 179. Insert not or without before the -ing form, thus using a participle or a gerund.

1.... speaking the language, he was questioned through an interpreter. 2. She never did a thing... asking somebody's advice. 3. The man was holding forth,... paying attention to the attempts to interrupt him. 4. I left him alone,... wanting to distract him from his work. 5.... having recognized me, she passed by... answering my nod. 6. The girl looked innocently about her,... realizing what the joke was. 7. They could not see each other... immediately losing their temper. 8.... waiting for an answer, he turned round and walked out. 9. I tried to catch his eye but he sat motionless,... looking in my direction. 10. They jumped at the proposition,... thinking of the consequences. 11. The wind had been blowing for many days... seeming to stop. 12. The young man asked me all kinds of questions... concealing his curiosity. 13. I stood as if petrified,... believing my eyes. 14. He never signed a paper... having thoroughly read it through. 15. The door stood ajar, and we entered... knocking.

Exercise 6 p. 179. Use the appropriate form of the infinitive or participle of the verb in brackets.

1. (to switch on) the light, he pulled down the curtains. 2. (to switch on) the light, you have only to reach out your hand. 3. He took up the glass carefully, not (to spill) a drop. 4. He took up the full glass, not (to spill) a drop. 5. He received a letter (to inform) him of their new address. 6. They sent him a letter (to inform) him of their new address. 7. She winced (to remember) the pain. 8. She strained her memory (to remember) the date. 9. It was an answer (to expect). 10. An answer came, but it was not the answer (to expect). 11. A new canal was built (to connect) the two rivers. 12. (to take) his glass from the table he held it away from him (to scrutinize) the colour. 13. He is not a man easily (to move) by tears. 14. He was a sentimental man, easily (to move) by tears. 15. There is a man (to wait) for you. 16. There is a man (to see) you. 17. He stopped snort as if (to take aback). 18. He shaded his eyes with his hand as though (to protect) them from the blazing sun. 19. She smiled to herself as if (to remember) something funny. 20. (to see) from afar, a beacon must be high and powerful. 21. (to see) from afar, the beacon was an unfailing guide for ships at sea, whatever the weather. 22. They had tried many other methods, finally (to return) to the initial one. 23. They had tried many other methods only (to return) to the initial one.

Exercise 7 p. 179. Translate what is given in brackets using the infinitive or participle.

1. He raised up his head а) (с удивленным видом); b) (чтобы посмотреть, кто вошел); с) (и увидел, что кто-то наблюдает за ним). 2. We have many people а) (которые нам помогают); b) (которые могут нам помочь). 3. а) Не settled at the new place (и уже не покидал его); b) (Обосновавшись) at the new place, he never left it. 4. The scientists brought back from the expedition some pictures of deep water fishes (невиданных ранее). 5. That is one of the greatest discoveries (когда-либо сделанных человеком). 6. a) The first party of the goods (посылаемых) to the fair has arrived; b) (посланных) to the fair is on the way to the port of delivery; с) (которые будут посланы) to the fair is ready for transportation. 7. a) I shiver (при одной мысли об этом); b) I shivered (подумав об этом). 8. а) Не must be a great authority on the subject (раз он написал) such a book; b) He was a great authority on the subject (проработав) in the field for so many years. 9. His was a wisdom а) (которая приобретается) only through experience; b) (которая может быть приобретена) only through experience. 10. a) How many rooms are reserved for the delegates (прибывающих) for the conference? b) There are some more delegates (которые должны лрибыть) for the conference; c) These rooms are occupied by the delegates (прибывшими) for the conference.

Exercise 8 p. 180. Combine or paraphrase the following sentences using non-finite forms of the verb (give several variants where possible).

1. He tore the envelope open and took out the enclosed letter. He turned it several times in his hand and put it back unread. 2. When Andrew was reinforced by this information he immediately went down to the hall and rang up his wife. 3. We took a cab; we wished to be among the first who would greet the guests. 4. We came to the party; we found everybody gathered. 5. He wanted me to speak in public; he insisted on it. 6. He had examined every little exhibit in the museum. He now had a complete idea of the poet's life. 7. Martin poured out the wine clumsily and spilt some of it on the table cloth, 8. I did not stay in the country long enough. I don't know the customs of the people. 9. I hope you will remember this once and for all. You won't make me remind you of it. 10. They did not wish to meet anybody; they went round the house and entered it from the back lest they should be observed. 11. Every other minute he would push up his sleeve and look at the watch. 12. He reads into the early hours of the morning. This habit of his will have its say on his health one fine day. 13. When he saw me in this dress he burst into laughter. He couldn't help it. 14. If such machines are applied in agriculture, they will save farmers much time and labour. 15. He kept on reading; he did not answer. It seemed that he did not hear my question. 16. The man registered the newcomers, that was his job. 17. They made the garden shady; they had planted more trees in it. 18. He did not suspect a trap. He readily accepted the offer. 19. When I was examining the post mark, I noted that the communication had been sent Thursday last. 20. You will not recover soon if you don't take regular treatment.