Неличные формы английского глагола. Коптева Н.Ю. - 74 стр.

      1. The results lacking precision, we had to employ another
         method.
      2. The phenomenon demanding explanation, they began to study
         it thoroughly.
      3. The instrument operating with high accuracy, we got satisfactory
         results.
      4. The chamber leaking, we couldn’t get vacuum.
      5. The results confirming the theory, they considered the theory
         valid.
      6. The substance exhibiting peculiar properties, we studied it
         with great interest.
      7. The theory representing a radically different point of view,
         scientists didn’t accept it at once.
III. Restate the sentences using the Absolute Partici ple Constructions
     instead of the second part of the sentences. Follow the model.
      Sp.: He criticized the theory and his reasons were based on a
         thorough analysis of the facts.
      St.: He criticized the theory, his reasons being based on a thorough
         analysis of the facts.
      1. Atoms are in a constant state of random movement and their
         speed is tremendous.
      2. They performed the experiment and the results were in good
         agreement with the theoretic predictions.
      3. A review of the main properties of the effect is given and the
         instrumental difficulties are presented.
      4. They have invented a new device and its main advantages are
         simplicity and low cost.
      5. He has created a new apparatus and its main disadvantages are
         low frequency and short lifetime.
      6. Several theories account for the observation and one of them
         exhibits exceptional ingenuity.
      7. He performed hundreds of experiments and his results provided
         an explicit explanation of the phenomenon.
IV.   Develop the situations using the Absolute Partici ple Constructions.
      Make use of the suggested elements.Follow the model.
      Sp.: Two approaches were suggested. One of them — to be discussed
        in detail.


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