1. Complete the sentences with Infinitive or - ing form of the verb. 1. He gave up (smoke) last year. 2. Stop (talk)! 3. We decided … stay at the hotel. 4. It is high time (go) to bed. 5. Would you mind my (use ) your telephone ? 6. I would rather (stay) at home today. 8. Let me (help) you with your homework. 9. I’d like (speak) to you. 10. It’s impossible … study a language in a day. 11. The students haven’t finished ... (write) a test yet. 12. He is fond of (swim). 13. We are looking forward to (go) to St. Petersburg. 14. His parents want him (become) a pilot. 15. She could (read) when she was only 4. 2. Complete the sentences. Use the verbs in the appropriate form. 1. Everyone knows that the Internet in the 20th century. (invent) 2. Mike was going to present his report when he found that somebody all the information on his computer. (delete) 3. When we entered the room, Nick for something on the Internet and didn’t pay any attention to the real world. (search) 4. A couple days ago I had problems watching films online, I was told it was because I had a bad Internet connection. I my provider and they improved it somehow. (call) 3. Fill in the gaps in the text. Use the words in the appropriate form. The Internet is a great invention that has changed the way we communicate forever. Nowadays, if you want to exchange (1) with someone, it’s not important how far away the person is. (inform) What (2) matters is whether he has access to the Internet or not. (real) I know that when people started to experiment with the Internet, it required lots of (3) . (equip) Computers and other devices were very large in size and it was (4) to carry them around – they were always kept in a laboratory.(possible) Now (5) devices have got smaller – you can carry them in a handbag or in your pocket. (electron) I’m not a (6) , or even an engineer, but I’m sure there will be lots of new Internet- related inventions in the near future. (science)

 Он является аргентинским футболистом, который в настоящее время играет за Барселону и за аргентинскую национальную сборную. Он родился 24 июня 1987 года в Росарио - это большой город в центральной Аргентине. Его отец был рабочим на заводе, а мама - уборщицей с частичной занятостью. Именно его отец обнаружил талант Лионеля. Он начал играть в футбол за местную команду, когда ему было всего пять лет. Позже он играл за местную молодежную команду, которая за следующие четыре года проиграла только один раз. В возрасте 11 лет он серьезно заболел, и на его лечение требовалось много денег. Местная команда отказывалась оплачивать лечение. Но вскоре к таланту Месси проявил интерес спортивный директор Барселоны и тот переехал в Испанию. Во время своего дебютного матча за Барселону он стал самым молодым игроком, побившим рекорд, и забившим первый гол в игре лиги. Это был его прорыв. Все последующие годы были довольно успешными для молодого Месси. Его низкий рост, быстрая хватка и безжалостный стиль атаки сравнивались с другим всемирно-известным аргентинским игроком - Диего Марадоной. Именно Лионель Месси в итоге принес успех и славу Барселонской команде. В возрасте 21 года он получил свою первую награду «Чемпион мира». Он также является обладателем золотой Олимпийской медали и многих других международных наград. На мой взгляд, его талант, мужество и волевой характер достойны восхищения.He is an Argentinean footballer, who currently plays for the Barcelona and Argentine national team. He was born on June 24th 1987, in Rosario - a large city in central Argentine. His father was a factory worker, and his mum was a part-time cleaner. His father was the one to detect Lionel’s talent. He began playing football for the local team when he was only five. Later he played for the local youth team, which lost only one game during the next four years. At the age of 11 he was diagnosed with a serious disease, which required lots of money for treatment. The local team was unwilling to pay for his treatment. But soon the sporting director of Barcelona showed interest in his talent and Messi moved to Spain. During his debut game for Barcelona he became the youngest player to break the record and to score the first goal in a league game. This was his breakthrough. All the seasons that followed after this game were rather successful for young Messi. His short stature, speed and relentless attacking style were compared with other world-famous Argentinean player - Diego Maradona. It was Lionel Messi who consequently brought success and fame to Barcelona team. At the age of 21 he received his first FIFA World Player of the Year nomination. He is also the holder of an Olympic gold medal and many other international awards. In my opinion, his talent, courage and strong-willed character are worth admiring.

go on
grow up
give up
carry out
wash up
put up
pick up
throw away
cut down
stay out

b)
1. Large companies cut down the trees for valuable hardwood.
2. Don’t throw things away. Use them in another way.
3. Litter collectors pick up all the litter near cafes and restaurants.
4. Let’s put up a notice about a football club.
5. He usually washes up after dinner.
6. Students must carry out all the necessary work at the lesson.
7. He gave up watching horror films before going to bed.
8. He wants to be a pilot when he grows up.
9. She always goes on about her school problems.
10. My mother doesn’t allow me to stay out so late.