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Biotechnology & Genetic EngineeringL07
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Use of English

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

50 minC1c1use_of_englishbiotechnology-genetic-engineeringbiotechnologygenetic engineeringcrisprethics

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 biotechnology & genetic engineering.

Unit 28: Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering

Part 1 — Word formation

Instrucciones: Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in CAPITALS. Write only the word in the gap.

  1. The ____ of CRISPR technology has revolutionised the way scientists approach gene editing. GENE
  2. Some ethicists argue that the ____ of human embryos is a step too far. MANIPULATE
  3. There is growing ____ regarding the long-term effects of genetically modified crops. CONCERN
  4. The discovery of the double helix was a ____ moment in the history of biology. SIGNIFICANT
  5. Many people are ____ of the potential risks associated with synthetic biology. SKEPTICAL
  6. The laboratory was designed to ensure the ____ of the genetic samples. INTEGRITY
  7. Scientists are working to make the process of gene sequencing more ____ and affordable. ECONOMY
  8. The ____ of the new vaccine was celebrated by the global medical community. SUCCESS

Part 2 — Key word transformations

Instrucciones: 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 five words, including the word given.

1. "I didn't steal the proprietary DNA sequences," the researcher said. | DENIED The researcher ____ the proprietary DNA sequences. 2. "You must consider the ethical implications before proceeding," the professor told the students. | URGED The professor ___ the ethical implications before proceeding. 3. "He is definitely the one who leaked the genetic data," the journalist reported. | ALLEGED The journalist reported that the scientist __ the genetic data. 4. "The results are absolutely accurate!" the scientist shouted. | INSISTED The scientist __ the accuracy of the results. 5. "You should definitely undergo the genetic screening," the doctor told the patient. | URGED The doctor __ the genetic screening. 6. "No, I will not allow the company to patent this gene," the activist said. | DENIED The activist _____ the company to patent the gene.

Answer key

1. 1. engineering 2. manipulation 3. concern 4. significant 5. sceptical 6. integrity 7. economical 8. success 2. 1. denied stealing 2. urged the students to consider 3. had allegedly leaked 4. insisted on 5. urged the patient to undergo 6. denied allowing