Грамматика Language Work
Verbs + object + infinitive ; Verbs + object + to-Infinitive
New developments in computing are often designed to make something easier . These verbs are often used to describe such developments : allow let enable permit help
Study this example : 1 A GUI lets you point to icons and click a mouse button to execute a task .
2 A GUI allows you to use a computer without knowing any operating system commands .
3 The X Window System enables Unixbased computers to have a graphical look and feel .
4 Voice recognition software helps disabled users ( to ) access computers .
Allow , enable and permit are used with this structure : Verb + object + to-infinitive Let is used with this structure : Verb + object + infinitive Help can be used with either structure .
4 . Complete the gap in each sentence with the correct form of the verb in brackets .
1 The Help facility enables users ……… ( get ) advice on most problems . 2 Adding more memory lets your computer ……… ( work ) faster . 3 Windows allows you ……… ( display ) two different folders at the same time . 4 The Shift key allows you ……… ( type ) in upper case . 5 The MouseKeys feature enables you ……… ( use ) the numeric keypad to move the mouse pointer . 6 ALT = TAB allows you ……… ( switch ) between programs . 7 The StickyKeys feature helps disabled people ……… ( operate ) two keys simultaneously . 8 ALT + PRINT SCREEN lets you ……… ( copy ) an image of an active window to the Clipboard .
5 . Describe the function of these features using “ enabling ” verbs .
1 In a window , the vertical scroll bar 2 The Find command 3 The Undo command 4 Cut and paste 5 Print Screen 6 Menus 7 Recycle bin 8 Tooltips