II Replace the italicised words and word combinations with synonyms from the list below in the appropriate form.
to be accustomed to smth; permission; in embarrassment; to reign;
absorbedly; to make efforts; predetermined; to comfort; loud crash; reproachful glance; insignificant matters; on purpose
1. The guy makes no attempt to conceal his indifferent attitude to the critical situation at work. Has he found a new job? I will ask him about his intentions.
2. Alex was used to doing only what his mum wanted. He had no choice, as all his plans and prospects were decided in advance by his parents.
3. The Head of the laboratory says that she is going to give the green light to conduct the experiment and implement the new project.
4. Everybody is sure that when the art director joins the company, a rare genius will rule in this studio.
5. Jane will not even notice you if you enter the room, she is completely involved in drawing.
6. The shy girl blushed in confusion when she read the sincere message of her schoolmate.
7. She knows for sure that her son is not going to waste time on trifles. He promised her to do all his best to become a great scientist.
8. Katty wont go to the party so late, because she doesnt want to provoke her fathers negative reaction and catch his disapproving look on herself.
9. If you drop this sculpture here now, a huge bang will wake up the whole house.
10. Her overcritical stare wont influence my self-evaluation.
11. Its not a good idea to tell him jokes and entertain now, nothing will console him, until he gets over the critical moment by himself.
12. Betty didnt believe that her brother could hurt somebody deliberately.
III Complete the sentences using will or be going to in the appropriate form.
1. They _________________ give their son a broad education, so they _______________ hire several tutors to teach him sciences and languages.
2. Andrew _________________ play with his friends in the yard later, he _____________do sums first.
3. Look out! I _________________ collect the fragments of the broken glass.
4. The guy _____________ enter the University, that is why he studies so hard.
5. She __________________ bring the presents tomorrow before our cousins birthday party.
6. Your teacher hopes that you __________________ write the essay about modern art in time.
7. I expect you __________________ tidy the game room up and keep it in order, Tommys mother said in a quiet voice.
8. Robert says that he (not) ________________ listen to his aunt and obey her orders when she visits their house.
9. On Friday the family __________________get together in this light spacious living room around the table under the splendid fine glass chandelier to celebrate grannys anniversary.
10. I ________________hide from mum behind the cream curtains! Dont give me away! Tommy whispered into Lillys ear.
IV Write sentences about your future plans using to be going to or will. Explain your choice.
DISCUSSION TASKS
I Describe the living room in Tommys house.
II Answer the following questions.
1. What did the family usually do in the room?
2. Why did Tommy try to keep order in the house?
3. What incident happened in the living room?
4. What was Tommys reaction when he broke the vase?
5. What was his mothers reaction?
6. How did Lilly act in that situation?
7. Why did Tommys mum take his toy cars from him?
8. What did the incident with the broken vase lead to?
9. What aspects of Tommys life did his parents control?
10. What new subjects was Tommy supposed to take up?
11. Why did his mum want her son to study so hard?
12. Did Tommy have the same intentions?
13. Did the child want to spend much time studying?
14. What would Tommy like to do instead?
15. What was his mothers attitude to his own interests?
16. Why were Tommys parents strict with the boy?
17. Did Tommy follow all his parents rules? Why?
18. What was the living room associated with?
III Analyse the following:
1. Lillys behaviour in the situation with the broken vase;
How does it characterise the girl?
2. Conversation between Tommy and his mother; How does it characterise the boy, and his mum?
TALKING POINTS
I Tell about the room that you associate with your family place. Describe it.
II Answer the following questions.
1. Is there a tradition in your family? Tell about it.
2. Are you accustomed to keeping order in your room?
3. Do you have to follow a lot of rules at home? What are they?
III Tell about your parents. Are they strict or mild?
CHAPTER 6
The Game room
The game room presented a great variety of things for entertainment.
There were some board games, toys, stationery and everything you can imagine for a kid to play. Tin soldiers, small planes, toy cars of different models and colours were on the shelf and on the floor. The railroad on the carpet was an object of the boys pride. Playing it, he passed a lot of stations as an engine driver in his fantasy travelling.
Tommy usually put on a record. When he was listening to music, he went on dreaming. The magic sounds aroused in his soul strange unknown feelings, they were unclear to him. He couldnt explain why one liquid melody evoked melancholy while another beautiful piece of music made him smile.
Tommy really liked drawing. He took his sketchbook, coloured pencils, markers, crayons, then he placed himself on the floоr and started to express his ideas on paper. The child drew everything that came into his head. His fantasy revealed some incredible images, and he often was astonished at his own pictures. They looked as if somebody else depicted the amazing stories.
Lilly visited the room as often as possible. She knew every object in the room in detail. A toy or game, pen or pencil, marker or eraser the girl could tell a story about any subject.
When Tommy was in a good mood and ready to play with her, she chose costumes for them to play some roles in their home theatre.
Tommy, I will be a Princess and youll play a pirate.. no, youll be a hero who will save me! or youll free me from an evil wizards castle! Here is my sparkling gown! Where is your princes suit?
Lill, we have already played this game. Lets make another one for a change! Maybe lotto? Or the sea battle?
It is very complicated and boring for me. Tommy, please!
Oh, my building kit is here, I havent finished construction of the airport yet. Will you help me?
I dont know I can only help with decoration Do you want your airport to be luxurious?