Constructions with Gerund

Gerund can be used with a noun or with a pronoun in the possessive case. This construction is similar to a subordinate clause (придаточное предложение) and is translated into Russian with a subordinate clause.

Example. Do you mind my coming late? Ты не возражаешь, если я приду

поздно?

I. Translate the sentences into Russian paying attention to the forms of

Gerund.

1. I enjoyed reading this book in the original.

2. She stopped answering my phone calls and I wondered what the matter

was.

3. I don’t remember having mentioned the fact.

4. I heard of his having been awarded the first prize.

5. Swimming in the sea was a great pleasure.

6. On coming home he immediately looked through all the newspapers.

7. Alexandra doesn’t like being called Sasha.

8. Have you ever noticed the teacher being impatient in class?

II. Use the right form of Gerund.

1. Why do you avoid (see) me?

2. We thought of (drive) out of town next Saturday.

3. He didn’t admit (take) the money.

4. (Keep) his secret won’t do any harm.

5. I’m sorry for (give) you so much trouble.

6. I don’t remember the play (stage) at our playhouse.

7. He hated (make fun) of.

8. I’ve always liked (take) risks.

III. Complete the sentences using Gerund as

A) subject

1. … was not easy.

2. There was no use …

3. … was his hobby.

B) part of a compound verbal predicate.

1. The waiter continued …

2. When will you finish …

3. We intend …