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talkto-theworld: Combining Clauses with Participle Constructions (Mix) - 29/11/2006
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Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Combining Clauses with Participle Constructions (Mix) - 29/11/2006. 1 We were sitting in the bus shelter and waited for the rain to stop. 2 The documentation which was telecasted last Tuesday was impressive. 3 We had great fun at the party. We played silly games. 4 He had saved a little money. He travelled to Australia. 5 They were chatting along and didn't see the car coming. 6 The reception had been prepared carefully and was a great success. View my complete profile.
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talkto-theworld: Exercise #1 -" If clause "- 27/11/2006
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Sunday, November 26, 2006. Exercise #1 -" If clause "- 27/11/2006. Complete with the correct forms of the verbs. 1 If you (run) too fast you (tire) quickly. 2 If he (be) late we (miss) the train. 3 She (not go) to the courses unless she (have) her credit card. 4 If you (go) that way you (get) lost. 5 If you (watch) the kettle it (never boil). 6 If you (keep) right on you (get) there eventually. 7 Unless you (work) hard you (never get) anywhere. 8 If Mr Jones (call) (tell) him I have gone to Siberia.
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talkto-theworld: Exercise #3: Gerund / Infinitive (27/11/2006)
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Sunday, November 26, 2006. Exercise #3: Gerund / Infinitive (27/11/2006). Complete with the gerund or infinitive of the verb given. 1 You should think about (save) until you have enough money (get) a decent video camera rather than (rush) (buy). 2 We all dislike (have) (work) even though we are all eager (spend) money on (have) a good time and (get) the things we want. 3 I have been attempting (learn) (play) the flute and I hope (play) in public soon. Posted by talkto theworld @ 10:01 PM. Exercise #1: Ge...
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talkto-theworld: Replacing a Relative Clause by a Participle Construction (11/29/2006)
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Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Replacing a Relative Clause by a Participle Construction (11/29/2006). Replace the Relative Clause by a Participle Construction while keeping the rest of the sentence unchanged. (The first sentence is given as an example.). 1 The boy who was waiting in the hall expected a phone call. 2 Passengers who wanted to go to Liverpool had to change in Manchester. 3 The girl who was picked up by her brother was very nice. 4 The house that stands at the end of the road will soon be sold.
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talkto-theworld: Participles, Participle Constructions (28/11/2006)
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Monday, November 27, 2006. Participles, Participle Constructions (28/11/2006). Participle: A form of a verb that in some languages, such as English, can function independently as an adjective. 1 to shorten relative clauses. 2 to make one sentence out of two. 3 after verbs of "perception" (e.g. see, watch, hear, listen to, smell, feel). 4 after verbs of "rest" and "movement" (e.g. run, go, come, stay, stand, lie, sit). 5 after the verb to have. 6 instead of a subordinate clause. B past participle: excit ed.
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talkto-theworld: Rewriting Sentences without Participle Constructions (11/29/2009)
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Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Rewriting Sentences without Participle Constructions (11/29/2009). Rewrite the sentences without using the participle constructions. 1 We were sitting around the fire singing songs. 2 Did you see the boy jumping up and down? 3 When going to London, they always did a sightseeing tour. 4 While being on the boat, Bob got seasick. 5 Being an exemplary pupil, he always does his homework. 6 Having told me the news, he went away. 7 The boy excited about the presents sat on the couch.
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talkto-theworld: Exercise on Present Participle (28/11/2006)
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Monday, November 27, 2006. Exercise on Present Participle (28/11/2006). Rewrite the sentences replacing with a present participle. 1 She was talking to her friend and forgot everything around her. 2 Since we watch the news every day we know what's going on in the world. 3 They are vegetarians and don't eat meat. 4 The dog wagged its tail and bit the postman. 5 While she was tidying up her room she found some old photos. 6 He was a good boy and helped his mother in the kitchen. View my complete profile.
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talkto-theworld: Exercise #2: Gerund / Infinitive (27/11/2006)
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Sunday, November 26, 2006. Exercise #2: Gerund / Infinitive (27/11/2006). Complete with the gerund or infinitive of the verb given. 1 I remember when you had tried (climb) that wall (escape) from the neighbour when he saw you (steal) apples in the orchard. 2 I am considering (go) away on holiday over Easter. 3 We are looking into (buy) a larger flat because we long (have) more space. 4 The restaurant we intend (eat) at is sure (be) to your taste. 7 There is no point in me (ask) you (do) the washing up.
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talkto-theworld: Exercise on Past Participle (28/11/2006)
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Monday, November 27, 2006. Exercise on Past Participle (28/11/2006). Rewrite the sentences with a past participle. 1 I have a cat that is called Tari. 2 The dinner was more expensive than they had expected. 3 He was accused of murder and arrested. 4 She was shocked by the bad news and burst into tears. 5 The event is organised by our team and will surely be a great success. 6 The film is based on real events and tells the story of a reporter. 9 She was admired by everyone and began to grow arrogant.