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SECTION 04 · Word forms in context

Word formation

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How to solve: Word formationGaps in a text where you choose the correct form of a word.

What it tests

Word formation: choosing the right part of speech (noun, adjective, adverb, verb) and the right prefix or suffix.

In the exam: part IV, 5 tasks.

Step by step

  1. Look at the word just before the gap: an article or possessive (a, the, his) usually needs a noun; be, become, very usually need an adjective.
  2. Look at the word after the gap: before a noun you usually need an adjective; after a verb you may need an adverb.
  3. Decide the part of speech, then choose the option with that ending.
  4. Check the meaning: positive or negative (un-, in-, im-, dis-, -less), singular or plural.
  5. Read the sentence again with the word in place.

Watch out for

  • Noun forms that look alike: success / succession, economy / economics.
  • -ed and -ing adjectives: bored (how I feel) / boring (what causes it).
  • Adjective instead of adverb after a verb: speak fluent ✕ / speak fluently ✓.

Example

…parents with a high level of ____ … a) education b) educational c) educate d) educated

a) education — after “a high level of” we need a noun.

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EXERCISE TEXT

For many people, playing card games is one of the most 1ways of spending their leisure time. Indeed, in some cultures card games and even an element of gambling amongst friends and family is quite common on certain special occasions, such as New Years' Eve. Winning at cards is a bit like having your fortune told-it is a 2bit of fun. Even if you don't win, you can take comfort in sayings, such as „3 at cards, lucky in love.' It is often amusing to watch someone who has never played cards before beat all the experts. This is called „beginner's luck' and it adds to the fun. Some people find it fascinating just watching a game of cards, while others find the whole thing incredibly 4 if they are not taking an active part. 5 , for some people card games become an addiction that they cannot control.

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