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Work, Ambition & SuccessL07
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Use of English

Transformation, word formation and precision work in Cambridge C1 style.

50 minC1c1use_of_englishwork-ambition-successword formationkey word transformationsambitionsuccess

Lesson objectives

  • Improve grammatical precision and collocational control.
  • Practise exam-style transformations and word formation systematically.
  • Connect structure and lexis back to the unit theme of work, ambition & success.

Part 1 — Word formation

Instructions: Read the text below. Use the word in CAPITALS at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line.

In today's highly competitive job market, many professionals find that constant self-improvement is (1) _ to achieving long-term success. While some people are driven by (2) _ ambition, others seek a better work-life balance. It is often (3) _ to realize that true professional growth requires both talent and (4) _. For those aiming for leadership roles, the ability to manage (5) _ situations is essential. However, the (6) _ of high-pressure environments can lead to burnout if not managed correctly. Success is not just about reaching the top; it is also about the (7) _ of maintaining integrity throughout one's career. Ultimately, a (8) _ approach to one's goals is often the key to overcoming obstacles.

  1. ESSENTIAL
  2. UNRELENTING
  3. COMMON
  4. PERSEVERANCE
  5. UNPREDICTABLE
  6. INTENSITY
  7. IMPORTANCE
  8. STRATEGIC

Part 2 — Key word transformations

Instructions: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

1. He had hardly started his new role when he was promoted. | NO → ______ly had he started his new role when he was promoted. 2. I seldom have such a great opportunity to lead a team. | SUCH → _____ an opportunity to lead a team do I have. 3. She rarely encountered such professional resistance before. | DID → _____ such professional resistance before. 4. We had just finished the meeting when the CEO arrived. | SOONER → ______ had we finished the meeting than the CEO arrived. 5. They little realized how much the industry would change. | DID → _____ how much the industry would change. 6. He had never seen such a dedicated workforce. | NEVER → _____ such a dedicated workforce had he seen.

Answer key

  1. No sooner
  2. Such
  3. Seldom did she
  4. No sooner
  5. Little did they
  6. Never before