Task 1.1) The table has just been laid. We are sitting down to dinner.2) The house was sold three months ago.3) Are you sure the tickets have been bought ?4) The other day all the decorations were prepared.5) When have they been informed about the incident?Task 2.1) On his birthday Steve invited his colleagues for a drink after work.2) I'd like to watch the new film but at the moment I'm too busy preparing for the test.3) James talked with someone on the phone in a low voice.4) The tourists had covered 20 km on foot and were really tired.Task 3.1) A lot of words were borrowed by English.2) They are brought a lot of periodicals by the postman.3) This telex will be sent by Mr William's secretary tomorrow.4) The contest of the novel must be discussed by us.5) Nelly was offered a very interesting job by the company.