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1. While they were flying over the channel, the crew saw a sinking ship. 2. When he heard a noise, he went into the yard to see what was happening. 3. When the baby opened her eyes she began to cry. 4. After they had been told that the weather was getting worse, the travelers decided not to leave the camp. 5. When Douglas had received his final medical check results, he had no choice but give up flying. 6 As the boy had witnessed the murder, he was expected to give evidence in court. 7. When the CEO learned that the company had been taken over by a rival firm he hurriedly resigned. 8. As he was anxious to please his boss, Steve would work overtime almost every day. 9. The King failed to reach compromise with Parliament and put the country on the brink of a civil war. 10. Although the media tycoon supports this candidate, he seems very reluctant to contribute money to his electoral campaign.
Pattern 4 (Participle II as an Adverbial Modifier)
| of Attendant Circumstances | Founded in 1694, the Bank of England was privately owned until 1946 when it came under government control. |
| of Time | The picture was stolen while exhibitedin a private gallery. (= while it was exhibited) – Картину украли, в то время когда ее выставляли в частной галерее. |
| of Reason | Encouraged and supported by her family, Linda managed to become a certified nurse. (= as she was supported and encouraged) – Имея поддержку и помощь семьи, Линда смогла стать дипломированной медсестрой.(так как она имела поддержку / пользуясь поддержкой и помощью семьи) |
| of Condition | If elected President he will pursue his predecessor’s policy. (= If he is elected…) – Если его выберут президентом, он будет проводить политику своего предшественника. |
| of Concession | Although widely advertised, the film wasn’t a box-office success. (= Although it was widely advertised …) – Несмотря на широкую рекламу, фильм не имел кассового успеха. |
| of Manner | The kept silent as if shocked by the news. (as if he was shocked) – Он молчал, словно был шокирован новостью |
