WorksheetsUsing English For-Infinitive Constructions in Translation
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Worksheet time: 28mins
In translations, when is it appropriate to use "for" with infinitives?
When expressing a sense of loss or absence
When indicating a condition or state
When explaining reasons or causes
When there's a mention of difficulty, importance, or possibility
In the translation of the sentence "Вам необхідно зробити це відразу", the for-Infinitive construction may be used in the function of:
the subject
a part of the compound nominal predicate
an adverbial modifier of reason
an attributive phrase
the subject complement
Which translation is the best in terms of using the for-Infinitive construction?
For the enemy to attack such a big group of the French was a very risky affair.
It was a very risky affair for the enemy to attack such a big group of the French.
Such a big group of the French was a risky affair for the enemy to attack.
The attack on the big group French was a risky affair for the enemy.
What is the function of the for-Infinitive construction in the translation "Whether we shall go to Turkey is for you to decide." of the sentence "Чи поїдемо ми до Туреччини, вирішувати тобі."
part of Compound Verbal Predicate
the attribute
the subject
the predicate
the object
What kind of transformation must be applied to the sentence "Є шанс, що рішення буде схвалено." in order to use the for+to Infinitive construction in its English translation?
a passive voice form to a passive infinitive
a passive voice form to an active infinitive
a passive voice form to a perfect infinitive
an attributive clause to the for+Infinitive construction
What is the function of the for-Infinitive construction in the translation "One of the workers brought a rag for the dog to sleep on." of the sentence "Один із робітників приніс шматок ганчірки, щоб собака міг спати на ній."
the adverbial modifier
the subject
the object
the predicate
the attribute
What is the function of the for-Infinitive construction in the translation "The plan for him to join us in Switzerland was reasonable." of the sentence "План приєднатися до нас у Швейцарії був розумним."
the attribute
the subject
the predicate
the adverbial modifier of cause
What is the function of the for-Infinitive construction in the translation "She is anxious for her son to marry this girl." of the sentence "Вона дуже хоче, щоб її син одружився з цією дівчиною."?
the object
the predicate
the subject
the adverbial modifier of purpose
In the translation of the sentence subclause "Ми планували, що він приєднається до нас у Швейцарії." -"The plan was for him to join us in Switzerland.", the for-Infinitive construction is used in the function of:
the predicate
the subject
the adverbial modifier of place
the introductory part
the object
What is the For-to-Infinitive constructions? It is a construction in which the Infinitive:
is in predicate relation to a noun in the Common case preceded by the preposition for
is in predicate relation to a pronoun in the objective case preceded by the preposition for
is in predicate relation to an adjective as part of predicate followed by the preposition for
is in predicate relation to an adjective as part of predicate followed by the preposition for
Which English construction is commonly underused by beginner translators due to its absence in their native language?
Gerund constructions
Infinitive constructions with "for"
Passive voice
Phrasal verbs
Which phrase would typically be followed by an infinitive with "for"?
"It is possible that..."
"There is a chance for..."
"According to the weather forecast..."
"In the history of..."
Why might a translator choose an infinitive with "for" in translating purpose clauses from Ukrainian?
To maintain verb tense
To simplify sentence structure
To accurately convey intention or possibility
To adhere to formal language standards
How is the concept of "no sense in" translated using "for"?
By directly translating each word
By omitting the infinitive
By using an infinitive with "for"
By replacing it with a gerund
What type of adjectives are used with infinitive constructions involving "for"?
Colors and shapes
Quantities and measurements
Qualities and conditions
Importance and difficulty
What does a sentence beginning with "Не мені (вам тощо) + неозначена форма дієслова" imply for English translation?
Use of passive voice
Use of an infinitive with "for"
Conversion into a question
Introduction of a gerund
What is a common trigger for using the infinitive with "for" in translations from Ukrainian?
Instructions and manuals
Subordinate clauses of purpose
Descriptions of physical appearances
Enumerations and lists
What role do adjectives play in determining the use of "for" with infinitives in translations?
No role
Indicate actions
Describe the subject
Signal the appropriateness of an infinitive construction
Which Ukrainian sentence model suggests using the English infinitive with "for"?
Expressing necessity or sufficiency (e.g., "It is enough for...")
Describing weather
Using direct quotations
Historical references
What does the construction "Не мені (вам тощо) + неозначена форма дієслова" imply for English translation?
Use of comparative forms
Use of descriptive adjectives
Use of an infinitive with "for"
Transformation into a passive voice
Which sentence structure implies the necessity of the infinitive with "for" for a correct translation?
Comparative constructions
Statements of fact
Future intentions
Sentences indicating a chance or opportunity
Which of the following examples does NOT correctly use the infinitive with "for"?
"There is a chance for the decision to be endorsed."
"That's not for me to judge."
"It is hot in summer."
"Perhaps it was preordained for me to become a musician."
Which example best demonstrates the translation of "there is no sense in" into a construction using "for"?
"It is pointless for us to argue."
"There is no point in arguing."
"There is a possibility for it to rain."
"It makes no sense for the sun to shine at night."
How is the sense of purpose translated into English using "for"?
By turning the sentence into a question
By using infinitive with "for" after expressions of chance or opportunity
By changing the tense of the verb
By adding descriptive adjectives
Which English construction is commonly underused by beginner translators due to its absence in their native language?
Gerund constructions
Infinitive constructions with "for"
Passive voice
Phrasal verbs
What role do adjectives play in determining the use of "for" with infinitives in translations?
No role
Indicate actions
Describe the subject
Signal the appropriateness of an infinitive construction
In translations, when is it appropriate to use "for" with infinitives?
When expressing a sense of loss or absence
When indicating a condition or state
When explaining reasons or causes
When there's a mention of difficulty, importance, or possibility
What is a common trigger for using the infinitive with "for" in translations from Ukrainian?
Instructions and manuals
Subordinate clauses of purpose
Descriptions of physical appearances
Enumerations and lists
Which phrase would typically be followed by an infinitive with "for"?
"It is possible that..."
"There is a chance for..."
"According to the weather forecast..."
"In the history of..."
Which of the following examples does NOT correctly use the infinitive with "for"?
"There is a chance for the decision to be endorsed."
"That's not for me to judge."
"It is hot in summer."
"Perhaps it was preordained for me to become a musician."
What does the construction "Не мені (вам тощо) + неозначена форма дієслова" imply for English translation?
Use of comparative forms
Use of descriptive adjectives
Use of an infinitive with "for"
Transformation into a passive voice
What type of adjectives are used with infinitive constructions involving "for"?
Colors and shapes
Quantities and measurements
Qualities and conditions
Importance and difficulty
Which sentence structure implies the necessity of the infinitive with "for" for a correct translation?
Comparative constructions
Statements of fact
Future intentions
Sentences indicating a chance or opportunity
What does a sentence beginning with "Не мені (вам тощо) + неозначена форма дієслова" imply for English translation?
Use of passive voice
Use of an infinitive with "for"
Conversion into a question
Introduction of a gerund
How is the sense of purpose translated into English using "for"?
By turning the sentence into a question
By using infinitive with "for" after expressions of chance or opportunity
By changing the tense of the verb
By adding descriptive adjectives
How is the concept of "no sense in" translated using "for"?
By directly translating each word
By omitting the infinitive
By using an infinitive with "for"
By replacing it with a gerund
Why might a translator choose an infinitive with "for" in translating purpose clauses from Ukrainian?
To maintain verb tense
To simplify sentence structure
To accurately convey intention or possibility
To adhere to formal language standards
Which example best demonstrates the translation of "there is no sense in" into a construction using "for"?
"It is pointless for us to argue."
"There is no point in arguing."
"There is a possibility for it to rain."
"It makes no sense for the sun to shine at night."
Which Ukrainian sentence model suggests using the English infinitive with "for"?
Expressing necessity or sufficiency (e.g., "It is enough for...")
Describing weather
Using direct quotations
Historical references
Choose the proper translation for: "Вони дали нам засоби, щоб ми могли працювати ефективніше."
They gave us tools to work more efficiently.
They gave us tools for working more efficiently.
They gave us tools for us to work more efficiently.
Choose the proper translation for: "Вона створила програму, щоб діти могли вчитися весело."
She created a program for children to learn enjoyably.
She created a program for children for learning enjoyably.
She created a program to children for to learn enjoyably.
What is the proper translation for: "Вона надіслала інструкції, щоб ви змогли встановити програму."
She sent instructions for you to install the software.
She sent instructions for installing the software.
She sent instructions for to install the software.
Choose the proper translation for: "Вони забезпечили ресурси, щоб їх команда могла успішно працювати."
They provided resources for their team to work successfully.
They provided resources for working successfully.
They provided resources for to work successfully.
Choose the proper translation for: "Вона купила йому подарунок, щоб зробити йому сюрприз."
She bought him a gift for him to make a surprise.
She bought him a gift to make him a surprise.
She bought him a gift for to make him a surprise.
How would you translate this sentence: "Вони підготували місце, щоб ми могли провести зустріч."
They prepared a place for us to hold the meeting.
They prepared a place for holding the meeting.
They prepared a place for to hold the meeting.
Choose the proper translation for: "Вона надала можливість їй поговорити з менеджером."
She provided an opportunity for her to talk to the manager.
She provided the opportunity to her for talking to the manager.
She provided the opportunity for her for to talk to the manager.
Choose the best translation for: "Вона записала лекції, щоб студенти могли переглядати їх пізніше."
She recorded lectures for students to review them later.
She recorded lectures for reviewing them later.
She recorded lectures for to review them later.
What is the proper English translation for: "Ми забезпечили простір, щоб кожен міг працювати спокійно."
We provided space for everyone to work peacefully.
We provided space for working peacefully.
We provided space for to work peacefully.
What is the correct English translation for: "Ми організували курси, щоб студенти могли навчатися."
We organized courses for students to learn.
We organized courses to students for learning.
We organized courses for to students learn.
What is the proper translation: "Він організував вечірку, щоб його друзі могли зустрітися."
He organized a party for his friends to meet.
He organized a party for meeting his friends.
He organized a party for to meet his friends.
How would you translate: "Він збудував будинок, щоб його сім'я мала де жити."
He built a house for his family to have a place to live.
He built a house for his family for having a place to live.
He built a house to his family for to have a place to live.
Choose the proper translation for: "Вона запросила лектора, щоб студенти могли почути експерта."
She invited a lecturer for students to hear an expert.
She invited a lecturer for hearing an expert.
She invited a lecturer for to hear an expert.
How would you translate: "Вона приготувала сніданок, щоб її діти мали здорове харчування."
She prepared breakfast for her children to have a healthy meal.
She prepared breakfast for having a healthy meal.
She prepared breakfast for to have a healthy meal.
Choose the proper translation for: "She sent instructions for you to install the software."
She sent instructions for you to install the software.
She sent instructions for installing the software.
She sent instructions for to install the software.
Choose the proper translation for: "Він найняв тренера, щоб він міг покращити свої навички."
He hired a coach for him to improve his skills.
He hired a coach to improve his skills.
He hired a coach for improving his skills.
