Exercise 2.9. Change the sentences into the Passive Voice. 1. Modern computers can solve a great variety of tasks. 2. The
specialists introduced computer graphics in the 1959s. 3. Mainframes
control businesses and industrial facilities. 4. Supercomputers process
complex and time-consuming calculations, such as those used to create
weather predictions. 5. Computers use a form of digital information
called binary information. 6. Analog computers perform mathematical
operations on continuous electric values. 7. The demand for better
computational techniques caused a resurgence of interest in numerical
methods and their analysis. 8. A computer can take the information,
perform different operations and provide answers. 9. Electronic
devices have revolutionized our life. 10. We may consider a hybrid
computer as a combination of digital and analog ones. 11. We use
communication devices to send information to or from external
storage. 12. Today computers have profoundly changed the way in
which people do many kinds of work. 13. The input devices receive
signals from the control unit.
Spectacular Canyon Lake is situated in the heart of the Superstition Mountains in Arizona, giving home to the Dolly Steamboat. The Dolly Steamboat, A _7. continuing a tradition of cruising since 1925
, now cruises the secluded inner waterways of this beautiful lake. It is worth exploring this favourite destination of President Theodore Roosevelt who declared, «The Apache Trail and surrounding area combines the grandeur of the Alps, the glory of the Rockies, the magnificence of the Grand Canyon and then adds something В 2. that none of the others have. You will marvel as you travel up to the national forest, which provides the most inspiring and beautiful panorama С _1. that nature has ever created in the wild
Every trip brings new discoveries of rock formations, geological history, and the flora and fauna distinct to the deserts of Arizona.
Once aboard the Dolly Steamboat, you may view the majestic desert big horn sheep, bald eagles and a host bird of other wildlife, water fowl, D 3. hovering over the magnificent lake
Experience the unique sound harmony that is created by the waters of Canyon Lake. Stretch out and relax at one of the tables or stand next to the railings on the deck. There is plenty of leg room on the Dolly. You will get a unique chance to listen to the captain E _4. who retells the legends of the mysterious past
All the passengers are treated with outstanding service and personal attention to every need. Feel free to ask questions, move about and mingle with the crew. So enjoy an unforgettable vacation cruise and see F 5. for yourself why there is nothing quite like a ride on Arizona's Dolly Steamboat.
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2. What words do we use to congratulate a person?
3. What are the usual greetings at Christmas?
4. What is the usual answer to the greeting?
5. What should we say if we don't hear or understand the phrase?
6. Will "Pardon me?" be a good apology phrase?
7. When do we say "Sorry"?
8. What should you say if you come late to the theatre and have to push past people who are already in their places?
9. Do phrases "I beg your pardon "and "Sorry" have the same meaning?
10. At the New Year we say "A Happy New Year", don't we?