FCE Use of English Part 3 always tests word formation. You are given a base word and must change it to fit the gap. Most gaps require nouns, adjectives, verbs or adverbs.
Key noun formations
Strategy for Part 3
Step 1: Read the sentence for meaning. Step 2: Decide what form is needed (noun). Step 3: Check if negative prefix is needed (un-, in-, dis-). Step 4: Check for irregular forms.
Use the base word in brackets to form the correct noun.
1.There is growing ___________ of the link between diet and mental health. (AWARE)
2.___________ in the workforce has increased since automation began to take hold. (EMPLOY)
3.The ___________ of the new tax policy has been heavily debated. (INTRODUCE)
4.___________ is a key goal of the United Nations' development agenda. (EQUAL)
5.The company has shown a strong ___________ to achieving net zero. (COMMIT)
6.___________ of the natural environment is essential for future generations. (CONSERVE)
7.The report highlighted the ___________ between urban and rural healthcare access. (EQUAL)
8.There is a growing body of ___________ that supports the benefits of remote working. (EVIDENT)
9.The rapid ___________ of AI has raised serious ethical questions. (DEVELOP)
10.___________ is the ability to meet present needs without harming future generations. (SUSTAIN)
Word formation — FCE Part 3 style (8 points)
Read the text and use the word in brackets in the correct noun form.
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The ___________ (AUTOMATE) of many traditional jobs has created significant ___________ (DIVERSE) challenges for modern economies. There is growing ___________ (AWARE) that the benefits of technological ___________ (INNOVATE) are not evenly distributed. The ___________ (EMPLOY) sector has seen major disruptions, and there are concerns about long-term ___________ (EQUAL) in access to new career opportunities. Addressing this requires a ___________ (COMMIT) from both government and business to invest in ___________ (SUSTAIN) workforce development.