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Level C1

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.

Urban Environmental Choices

Public concern about the environment has grown steadily over the past decade, but genuine change still requires more than good (0) INTENTIONS. Many cities now promote cycling and public transport as (1) .......... (ALTERNATE) to private cars, hoping to reduce traffic and improve air quality. However, some critics argue that these measures are (2) .......... (SUFFICE) unless they are supported by long-term investment. In many regions, the (3) .......... (DESTROY) of forests and wetlands continues despite repeated promises of reform. This is particularly worrying because such areas play a vital role in the (4) .......... (MAINTAIN) of biodiversity. At the same time, consumers are becoming more aware of the (5) .......... (DISPOSE) nature of many everyday products and are demanding goods that last longer. Businesses, meanwhile, are under increasing pressure to behave more (6) .......... (RESPONSIBLE) and to publish clear environmental targets. Without greater public support and political commitment, real progress will remain (7) .......... (ACHIEVE). Yet there is still reason for optimism: even small local actions can have an (8) .......... (MEASURE) impact when adopted on a large scale.

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

Khánh Nguyễn

@khanh-264ae8

User Prompt

"environment"

Tone: Standard
Level: C1

Created on:

May 2, 2026

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