- •Англійська мова загальнотехнічного спрямування
- •Англійська мова загальнотехнічного спрямування
- •Unit 1 science helps man to survive
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text. Give examples of how, according to the author, science helps man to survive. Science helps man to survive
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •6. Complete the sentences using the words from the text.
- •8. Explain the function of “it” in the sentences and translate them
- •9. Transform the following sentences into the Passive Voice and translate them.
- •11. Write summary to the text and retell it. Unit 2 ukrainian names in world science
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. What famous people in Ukrainian science do you know? Read the text and give examples. Ukrainian names in world science
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. Translate the following words and word combinations. Make up 10 sentences with these words.
- •2. Determine which of the following words and word combinations are terms, translate them.
- •4. Match the following English words and word combinations with the Ukrainian ones:
- •5. Transform the following sentences from the Active voice into Passive and translate them
- •6. Find in the text sentences with emphatic it-constructions, translate them.
- •7. Find the one underlined word that must be changed to make the sentence grammatically correct.
- •8. Translate the following Ukrainian sentences into English using emphatic it-construction
- •9. Read the text carefully, find the sentences with Participles I in different functions and translate them.
- •10. Open the brackets and put the correct form of Participle I
- •13. Replace the clauses with the Absolute Participial Construction:
- •14. Translate into English the text, given below; be ready to speak on: з історії Київського Політехнічного Інституту (нині Національний Технічний Університет України)
- •15. Write an essay describing the famous Ukrainian scientists. Unit 3 the development of science in ukraine
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text and state the stages of historical development of science in Ukraine. The development of science in ukraine
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •5. Name the word- building elements (suffixes, prefixes) and the part of speech of each word. Translate them into Ukrainian.
- •2. Read the following word combinations and translate them.
- •3. Give English equivalents of the following words and expressions.
- •4. Complete the following sentences using the words and expressions from the text, translate them.
- •5. Match the following English words and word-combinations with the Ukrainian ones.
- •6. . Give the definitions of the following words.
- •7. Identify one underlined word that must be changed to make the sentence grammatically correct.
- •8. Decide which word best fits the meanings of the sentence.
- •9. Translate the following sentences paying attention to Gerund, define its form and function.
- •10. Translate the following sentences into Ukrainian, paying attention to Gerundial Construction.
- •11. Complete the following English sentences; pay attention to the difference in translation of the Gerund and Participles at the beginning of sentence; translate them.
- •12. Translate Ukrainian sentences into English, using the Gerund or Gerundial Construction.
- •13. Write summary to the text “The Development of Science in Ukraine” and discuss it with your groupmates. Unit 4 computer literacy
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text and write a title to each paragraph. Computer Literacy in Modern Society
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. State to what parts of speech do the following words belong to :
- •2. Determine which of the following words and expressions are terms :
- •4. . Find in the text English equivalents to the following Ukrainian words:
- •5. Agree or disagree with the statements given below. The following phrases may be helpful:
- •6. Write the definitions of the following terms:
- •7. Give full wording of the following abbreviations, which of these languages are most widely used and which are obsolete?
- •8. Transform the following sentences from Passive voice into Active and translate them:
- •9. Translate the following sentences:
- •10. Translate the following.
- •11. Write a summary to the text and discuss it. Unit 5 personal computers
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •2. Memorize the following words and word combinations
- •3. Read the text about personal computers. Name its main components. Personal computers
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. Answer the following questions, using information from the text
- •2. Find in the text English equivalents to the following Ukrainian word combinations; learn them by heart.
- •3. Give synonyms to the following words
- •4. From the following choose the words which are nearly the same in meaning.
- •5. Translate the following words paying attention to the negative meaning of prefixes: dis, in, un, non, ir.
- •6. Translate the following sentences paying attention to such conjunctions as: both … and, as well as, not only, …but also, either … or, neither… nor.
- •7. Translate the following impersonal sentences, paying attention to their specificities
- •8. Translate the following sentences, paying attention to the words and word-combinations: so that, whether, since, till, until, whatever, whenever, in order to, regardless of.
- •9. Look through the text again and find the sentences with the infinitive translate them and define the form and function of the infinitive.
- •10. Read the sentences; find Verbals in them and define what they are; translate the sentences.
- •11. Read and translate the text, speak on the sphere of application of personal computers. Application of Personal Computers
- •12. Find in the text English equivalents of the following Ukrainian word combinations.
- •13. Answer the questions.
- •14. Speak on the sphere of application of personal computers. Unit 6 understanding electronics
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text. State what electronic components are being described. Understanding Electronics
- •4. Answer the following questions:
- •Exercises
- •1. State to what part of speech do the following words belong. Underline the common features of these words.
- •2. Determine which of the following words are terms. Explain the terms in your own words.
- •4. Translate the following word combinations into Ukrainian. Make up your own sentences:
- •6. You’ve attended the presentation of an American lecturer Mr. Hammerton. Change the notes below into Indirect statements and tell your partner about his presentation.
- •7. Change wh-questions from Direct Speech into Indirect Speech. Start your sentences with the words in brackets.
- •9. Change Direct commands into Indirect.
- •10. Complete the sentences with the appropriate form of the verbs say, tell, talk, speak. If necessary, see Appendix of this guide .
- •11. Practise reading the dialogue In a University Café with your groupmate. Transform Direct statements into Indirect ones. Learn the dialogue by heart.
- •In a University Café
- •12. Write a plan to the text “Understanding Electronics”. Using your plan tell your partner about basic electronic components. Unit 7 basic electronic components
- •1. Practice pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •Memorize the following words and word combinations. Make up your own examples.
- •3. Read the text. Find examples of active and passive electronic components. Understanding electronics: basic components
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. Read the following words and word-combinations. Translate them into Ukraininan.
- •8. Fill the gaps in the sentences with must(n't), needn't or should(n't).
- •9. Choose the proper modal equivalents to the words in brackets.
- •10. Read the tips about keeping your workplace safe. Rewrite sentences using Modal Verbs. Workplace Safety Tips
- •11. Translate the following text into English.
- •12. Write summary to the text Understanding Electronics: Basic Components.
- •13. Speak on the basiс characteristics of electronic components. Unit 8 modern electronics
- •1. Practice pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text. Find words and phrases that describe changes in modern electronics. Modern electronics
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •5. Agree or disagree with the statements. Use the introductory phrases below.
- •6. Write the most appropriate ending to the following sentences.
- •8. Open the brackets and put the verbs into the correct form of Conditional Type I and II. Translate them into Ukrainian.
- •9. What careers in electronics do you know? Using the model below, write what would you do if you worked as:
- •10. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •11. Fill in the table below with different kinds of electronic devices and gadgets we use in everyday life. Then fill in your groupmates’ answers and compare them. Electronics in Everyday Life
- •Useful phrases for comparing and contrasting
- •13. You are taking part in the international students’ project. Your task is to write the description of the device your’re testing. Include the following information:
- •Unit 9 electronics: toward miniaturization
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text and write key phrases that summarise each paragraph. Electronics: towards miniaturization
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. Give the definition to the following words and word-combinations. Make up your own sentences.
- •2. Translate the following into English.
- •4. Using the phrases given below agree or disagree with the statements below.
- •5. Fiil in the sentences with the appropriate form of phrasal verbs sum up, bring sth about, live up to.
- •8. Read the sentences below. Make Conditional sentences.
- •9. Open the brackets using the correct form of conditional after I wish.
- •10. Paraphrase the following sentences using I wish.
- •11. Write an essay summarizing and describing new future trends in electronics and related sciences. Unit 10 electronics in the future
- •1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
- •3. Read the text. What advances in electronics does the author describe? electronics in the future
- •4. Answer the following questions.
- •Exercises
- •1. Match the definition with the terms.
- •2. Translate the following word combinations into English.
- •3. Match ech word (1-7) to two of the following words to make word partnerships. Make up sentences.
- •4. Find the words in the text that have the similar meaning.
- •5. Choose an adverb to replace the underlined part of each sentence.
- •6. Translate the following using I wish. Compare the sentences.
- •7. Fiil in the modal verbs can, may, must or need. Translate the sentences into Ukrai nian.
- •8. Translate the following using:
- •9. Read the text. Open the brackets and put the correct form of the verb.
- •10. Translate the following into English.
- •11. Fill in the table and write what has changed in electronics since the end of 19th century. Use the Internet to find the answers. Then compare and discuss the results with your groupmate.
- •12. Using the information from the table in Ex. 11, complete the dialogue below. Act it with your partner. "The Future Advances in Electronics”
- •13. Write summary to the text “Electronics in the Future”. References
- •Appendix
8. Explain the function of “it” in the sentences and translate them
1. The book is interesting. I advise you to read it.
2. It will take you a lot of time to accomplish this research.
3. We consider it necessary to take part in this scientific conference.
4. It was Newton who discovered the laws of gravity.
5. It is when an object is heated that the average speed of molecules is increased.
6. It often rains in our region.
7. It is impossible to imagine our life without electricity.
9. Transform the following sentences into the Passive Voice and translate them.
1. Our scientists have made great progress in electronics during the last years.
2. We see the world in which science greatly influences on people’s life.
3. A modern supersonic planes cover a distance of nearly a quarter of a kilometer within one sixth of a second.
4. Scientists are realizing more and more clearly the danger in recent developments in nuclear power engineering.
5. An electronic valve can generate its own signals at a fantastic frequency.
10. Translate the sentences paying attention to the verbs-predicates expressed with “Should/Would+Perfect Infinitive Construction”.
1. It would be unwise to sell this invention abroad. 2. The scientist would have made a great deal of research but it was broken off suddenly. 3. Some years ago we shouldn’t have thought it possible to make such an operation. 4. If I had seen her I should have asked her to join our research work. 5. You should have taken into account his advice before starting your experiment. 6. You should have consulted our professor concerning this problem. He is an expert in this field. 7. He would have given you good ideas by all means.
11. Write summary to the text and retell it. Unit 2 ukrainian names in world science
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How do you understand the expression “the scientific potential of Ukraine”?
What is an area of special concern to the Ukrainian science?
1. Practise pronunciation of the following words and underline the stressed syllable. Translate the words into Ukrainian.
Upsurge, culture, genius, civilization, shelter, native, descendants, strengthening, unforeseen, surpass, restlessly, exploration, appreciate, suggest, affiliate, dirigible, parameter, investigation, personality, knowledge, reference, scientific, circumstances, illustrious, deserve, courage, astronomer, absorbing.
2. Memorize the following words and word combinations. Make up your own sentences:
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blessed land
– благословенна земля
to go down in history
– увійти в історію
well-being
– добробут
from the immemorial
– з незапам’ятних часів
to pave the way
– прокладати шлях (в, до)
to stay away
– залишатися
mode of life
– спосіб життя
to spare no effort
– не шкодувати зусиль
scientific exploit
– науковий подвиг
to advance
– рухатися вперед
to benefit
– мати користь, вигоду; давати користь
devoted heart and soul
– відданий серцем і душею
within its borders
– у межах країни
to do one’s best
– робити все можливе
now on the upsurge, now on the downgrade
– то на піднесенні, то в занепаді
medicus
= doctor
breath-taking results
– гідні подиву результати
were brought into being
– були створені
gifted people
– талановитий народ
the intellectuals
– інтелігенція
descendant
– нащадок, потомок
restlessly
– невгамовно
to surpass
– перевищувати
unfavourable
– несприятливий