Rewrite these sentences using participial phrases. 1. The roof, which is built from tensile roof fabric, is extremely cost – effective and durable.
2. The Perdido Spar offshore oil platform is located in the Gulf of Mexico. It is the deepest oil spar in the world.
3. Patients are attached to the TreadAir by this harness. They can use the machine to help them recover from their injury safely.
4. The robot is guided be a controller. The robot can climb into places which are potentially dangerous for humans.

Canada is an independent federative state. It is one of the most developed countries.

Canada consists of ten provinces and two territories.

It is situated on the North American continent. In size Canada is the second in the world after Russia. Its area is almost 10 million km2.

The capital of Canada is Ottawa, which is situated on the bank of the Ottawa River. It is famous for its beautiful parks. It is also known as the city of bridges.

Canada is very rich in forest, minerals and fur-bearing animals. It holds the first place in the world in the amount of forests. It is rich in the following natural resources: non-ferrous metals, uranium, oil, natural gas, coal.

Canadian industries produce cars, airliners, locomotives, sea vessels, snow-removal machines, and agricultural equipment. The most developed industries are timber, mining, chemical, meat and milk and food industries. Canada grows wheat, barley, flax, potatoes, vegetables and fruit. Fishing is also one of the prosperous industries.

Official languages of Canada are English and French. Nearly 60 percent of the population speak English and 27 percent speak French. The rest speaks other languages, such as Eskimo, Indian, German, Ukrainian and Italian.

Canada is a founding member of the United Nations. It has been active in a number of major UN agencies.

What advantages does Wendy mention? What examples does she give?

Wendy says “with the help of the Internet, you can find the information you need, and also make a school project. The Internet helps with communication; you can talk to friends from a distance.”

What are the disadvantages? What examples does Wendy give?

Wendy said that if you stay online too long, your eyes will hurt. Wendy also said that the Internet can distract from reality, and a person will not fulfill their duties.

What is her recommendation?

Wendy recommends using the Internet in moderation and using it for learning and communication