3. an opinion arrived at after consideration, e. g. We are waiting to hear his reflections on the book's merits.
10.admire vt to look at with pleasure (satisfaction, respedt or wonder), as to admire smb.'s presence of mind (smb. for his
courage); to admire a picture (a statue, etc.).
admirable ['aedmsrabl] adj very good indeed, e. g. I think it would be an admirable opportunity.
admiration n wonder excited by beauty or excellence, as to have (to feel) admiration for smb., to win (to arouse) smb.'s admiration.
Word Combinations and Phrases
to suffer from as a result
to have impact on smb.
to have great difficulty with
to make oneself clear
to resemble smb./smth.
to react to smth.
to be smb.'s cup of tea
to influence smb.,
to come in contact with smb.
to have an in fluence on smb.
to raise a problem
to (in) some degree
to succeed in smth.
READING COMPREHENSION EXERCISES
1. a) Listen to the recording of Text Two and mark the stresses and tunes, b) Repeat the text in the intervals
after the model.
2. Put twenty questions to the text.
3. Note down from Text Two the sentences containing the word combinations and phrases given on p. 45 and
translate them into Russian.
4. Paraphrase the following sentences using the word combinations and phrases (p. 45):
1. She gave the impression that she was deciding to change her course of action and to get in touch with Miss Tant. 2.
Nobody could consider Ogden Street very attractive but her words always had a powerful effect upon me. 3. Jo opened
her lips to say something rude, but checked herself to a certain extent. 4 t last he attained a desired end. 5. Her only reply
to this absurd protest was a little peal of laughter. 6. He vigorously uttered his point of view: "My dear young lady, I don't
believe you can read a map." 7. He has constant headaches. 8. Major Dunker doesn't think that poetry interests or suits
him. 9, His reaction to Walter's remark was very amusing. 10. Professor Dulwick's lectures always produce a great
impression upon his audience. 11. The object has a resemblance to a lopsided vase. 12. Mrs. Oakroyd says she has some
trouble with her children. 13. Louisa always acted as Nelly wanted, the latter had great power over her. 14. Hard workers
always have success. 15.The effect of his speech on the audience was quite unexpected. 16. Perhaps curiosity might have
conquered resentment to a certain extent. 17. He replied simply but with great dignity and his answer left no doubt about
his decision. 18. A committee is to be set up to investigate the effect of television on children. 19. The group
accomplished their purpose.
5. Translate the following sentences into English using the word combinations and phrases (p. 45):
Эта студентка чрезвычайно застенчива. Ей, возможно, будет трудно наладить контакт с группой. 2. В некотором
отношении ее объяснениям можно верить. 3. Он преуспел в жизни. 4. Джо всегда оказывал на нее большое
влияние. 5. Ковры пострадали от сырости. 6. Ваш рассказ напоминает сюжет фильма, который я не так давно
видел. 7. Большое скопление ядерного оружия в современном мире поднимает чрезвычайно важную проблему его
скорейшего уничтожения. 8. Переход средней школы к одиннадцатилетнему обязательному образованию ставит
разнообразные задачи перед учителями. 9. В результате их обсуждения мистер Мэйсон получит всю необхо-
димую информацию. 10. У режиссера были серьезные трудности с новой труппой. 11. Как ты относишься к
классической музыке? — Она не в моем вкусе. Я больше люблю джаз. 12. Ученые надеются, что в XXI веке
жители Земли смогут вступить в контакт с иными цивилизациями. 13. Обилие рек и озер имеет большое влияние
на образование микроклимата местности. 14. Мистер Мэнсвес с достоинством отреагировал на замечание своего
брата. 15. Он высказался достаточно ясно. 16. Его группа занимается изучением воздействия этого вещества на
жизнь микроорганизмов. 17. Эти овощи по форме напоминают груши. Что это?
6. Make up and practise a short situation using the word combinations and phrases (p. 45).
7. Make up and act out a dialogue using the word combinations and phrases (p. 45).
8. Find in Text Two the English equivalents for:
привести хотя бы одну причину; исключительное положение среди режиссеров; соприкосновение с
действительностью; кинопроектор; рождение писателя; мне всегда не хватало слов; огромная потребность иметь
контакт с аудиторией; обида на критиков; руководить театром; музыка не исходит из веления разума; вы все
воспринимаете в искаженном свете; в фильме слишком много изображения; ощущать техническую
несостоятельность.
9. Explain what is meant by:
1.1 had very few contacts with reality or channels to it. 2.1 never felt that writing was my cup of tea. 3. Always I feel
something has been left out. 4. My feelings were interfered with my baffled effort at comprehension. 5. I ran the theatre. 6.
Bergman is sending messages, he thinks, but what are they and why? 7. Music is nondiscur- sive. 8. She is totally oriented towards
reality. 9.1 feel that picture is excessive. 10. Some people have criticized your films for being too theatrical. 11. I had always felt
technically crippled ... . 12. I suddenly felt that I knew my profession.
10. Answer the following questions and do the given tasks:
1. What do you know about I.Bergman? Have you seen any of his films? Would you agree with Ch.Samuels that I.Bergman has
created a special world in them? Are they different from the films the general public is used to? 2. What, in Bergman's opinion, pre -
vented him from becoming a writer? Do you think film directors' and writers' activities have something in common? If your answer is
"yes" — what is it? If "no" — explain why. 3. How does the director explain the fact that "words for him are not satisfying" ? Can
you accept such an explanation? Give your reasons. 4. Would you agree with I.Bergman that films and books have quite different im -
pacts upon the audience? Justify your point of view. 5. Do you think every film should have a certain message, convey various ideas
to the audience or just rouse our feelings? Would you agree with the director that the audience should "only feel" without un -
derstanding what is happening on the screen? 6. Comment upon Stravinsky's words: "I never understood a piece of music in my life, I
always only feel." Do you think the impact of films and music on the audience is comparable? 7. Would you agree with I.Bergman
that Ch. Samuels's comprehension of films is distorted and that music, films, plays always work directly on the emotions? 8.
I.Bergman's films are considered the most intellectually difficult contemporary films. Can you explain why? 9. During the interview
Bergman says that what he needs is to come in contact with others. Do you think the director has achieved this contact in his films?
10. What do you think of the director's aim to create films "just to amuse himself" and the audience? Do you think such films should
be made? Why? 11. What is I.Bergman's reaction to criticism? Can critics influence cinema production? directors? 12. I. Bergman
thinks that actors can change a film for better or worse. Can you explain in what way? 13. Why does the director use less and less
music in his films? Does his explanation sound convincing? What is the place of music in cinema production as you see it? 14. Would
