Use of English

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.

Crowdfunding and Innovation

Crowdfunding platforms have transformed the way new ideas are financed, offering an (0) ALTERNATIVE to traditional bank loans and private investors. For many entrepreneurs, one of the main (1) .......... (ATTRACT) is the chance to present a project directly to the public. This creates a sense of (2) .......... (INVOLVE) among potential backers, who often feel personally connected to the product’s success. At the same time, campaign creators must communicate clearly and avoid making (3) .......... (REAL) promises about delivery dates or profits. A poorly planned campaign can quickly damage a company’s (4) .......... (RELY) and discourage future support. Nevertheless, when used effectively, these platforms can provide not only funding but also valuable market (5) .......... (INSIGHT). In some cases, the public response is so strong that small businesses experience rapid (6) .......... (EXPAND) within months. However, experts also warn that the growing (7) .......... (POPULAR) of crowdfunding may lead to increased competition, making it harder for weaker ideas to gain (8) .......... (VISIBLE).

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

Bejenaru Alexandru

@bejenaru-alexandru

User Prompt

"Create an exercise about the impact of crowdfunding platforms"

Tone: Standard
Level: C1

Created on:

May 15, 2026

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