I have only been once to an art_ exhibition_ (1). In fact, the Tate in London was my _ introduction__ (2) to modern art, but although the gallery was quite interesting, I found the pictures difficult to understand. The _ paintings_ (3) in the exhibition were by famous _ artists_ (4) from all over the world. Our guide told us about each painting, and I listened carefully to her_ explanations__ (5). After she had given us a _description_ (6) of a painting by Picasso, I asked her what it all _meant_ (7). She said we should not look for meaning but for _pleasure_ (8), as the most important thing was to enjoy the shapes and coloures. _Personally_ (9), I found this advice a complete _revelation _ (10)
A: How long have you been studying English? — Как долго вы изучаете английский язык?
B: I’ve been studying English for six years. — Я изучаю английский язык в течение шести лет.
1. How long have you been studying English? — I’ve been studying English for five years.
Как долго вы изучаете английский язык? — Я изучаю английский язык в течение пяти лет.
2. How long have you been living in your house (flat)? – I have been living in my flat for seven years.
Как долго вы живете в вашем доме (квартире)? — Я живу в моей квартире в течение семи лет.
3. How long have you been reading books? – I have been reading books for eight years.
Как долго вы читаете книги? — Я читаю книги на протяжении восьми лет.
4. How long have you been playing your favourite sport? – I have been playing my favourite sport for two years.
Как долго вы занимаетесь своим любимым видом спорта? — Я занимаюсь своим любимым видом спорта в течение двух лет.
5. How long have you been studying at this school? – I have been studying at this school for four years.
Как долго вы учитесь в этой школе? — Я учусь в этой школе в течение четырех лет.
6. How long have you been using a computer? – I have been using a computer for three years.
Как долго вы пользуетесь компьютером? — Я пользуюсь компьютером в течение трех лет.
7. How long have you been studying maths? – I have been studying maths for eight years.
Как долго вы изучаете математику? — Я изучаю математику в течение восьми лет.
8. How long have you been living in your town? – I have been living in my town since the day I was born.
Как долго вы живете в вашем городе? — Я живу в моем городе с того дня, когда я родился.
