1) What is Nick doing now?

- I think he is reading for the exam. He has very little time left.

2) How long have you studied English?

- I have studied English since the 5-th form.

3) Will you go to the movies with us? I just have been there.

- No I am going to stay at home tonight.

4) No wonder Peter speaks English perfectly well.  He has studied it since his childhood.

5) My friend is leaving tomorrow and I want to see him off.

6) They have lived in St. Petersburg for half a year but already seen a lot of sights.

7) His native town has grown up over the past 5 years.

8) They are moving to a new flat this week.

9) I am going home. I have not seen my parents since last summer.

10) Are you meeting your friend? - Yes, he is arriving from Kiev.

11) You look tired. - Yes, I have been sea-sick most of the time on board.

12) Is the agent aboard? - No, he just has left for another ship.