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Use of English

Level B2

Part 3 - Word Formation

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For Questions 1-8, read the text below and use the word given in capitals to form a word that fits in the gap.

Why Volunteering Matters

Many people begin volunteering because they want to help others, but they are often surprised by the (0) PERSONAL (PERSON) rewards they receive in return. One obvious advantage is the opportunity for (1) .......... (SOCIAL), as volunteers often meet people from different backgrounds and form lasting friendships. Volunteering can also increase your (2) .......... (CONFIDENT), especially when you learn to deal with new situations and responsibilities. In addition, it can be an (3) .......... (ENRICH) experience, since it allows you to develop practical skills and gain useful knowledge. For young people, this can be particularly (4) .......... (BENEFIT) when applying for jobs or university places. Employers often look for evidence of (5) .......... (COMMIT) and reliability, and voluntary work can demonstrate both. Another important result is a greater sense of (6) .......... (ACHIEVE), which comes from knowing that your efforts have made a real difference. Some people even discover hidden talents and become more (7) .......... (AMBITION) about their future goals. Above all, volunteering encourages a more (8) .......... (CARE) attitude towards other people and the community as a whole.

What to do

For each gap you get one word in capitals which you have to change so the grammar and meaning fit in the sentence. Here you have to show how well you know word families and if you can change words by using prefixes and suffixes.

You need to read the whole text to get the writer’s opinion on the topic. That’s because sometimes a negative prefix will be required. There is usually at least one word requiring a negative prefix, so look out for these.

In the exam always write something. You never know, you might be lucky even if you are not sure of the answer!

Strategy

  1. Read the title and the whole text so that you understand what it is about.
  2. Look at each sentence in detail.
  3. Think about what kind of word you need and whether you need a negative prefix or a suffix.
  4. Read the sentence again to check whether you need a plural form.
  5. Check your spelling, as it must be correct.

Instructions

For Questions 1-8, read the text below and use the word given in capitals to form a word that fits in the gap.

Exercise Details

Author

James Ford

@james-ford

User Prompt

"Create an exercise about the benefits of volunteering"

Tone: Standard
Level: B2

Created on:

Jun 9, 2026

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