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Nutrition Science, Diets & Food PoliticsL07
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Use of English

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

50 minC1c1use_of_englishnutrition-science-diets-food-politicsnutritionfood politicsword formationkey word transformations

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 nutrition science, diets & food politics.

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.

The debate surrounding food security has become increasingly (1) __ as global populations rise. Scientists are constantly seeking (2) __ ways to enhance crop yields without compromising soil health. However, the (3) __ of processed foods has led to a global rise in obesity, sparking intense political debate. Some argue that government (4) __ in food production is necessary to ensure public health, while others claim such measures interfere with free market principles. Furthermore, the (5) __ of certain dietary trends often lacks scientific backing, leading to widespread (6) __ among health professionals. As we look to the future, the (7) __ of sustainable farming techniques will be crucial. We must ensure that nutritional advancements are (8) __ to all sections of society to prevent further inequality.

  1. DERIVE
  2. SUSTAIN
  3. PROLIFERATION
  4. INTERVENE
  5. VALID
  6. CONTROVERSY
  7. IMPLEMENT
  8. ACCESSIBLE

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 five words, including the word given.

1. I expect it will definitely happen that the government will ban certain additives. BOUND → The government ___ certain additives. 2. We are on the verge of discovering a way to produce meat in labs. ABOUT → We ___ a way to produce meat in labs. 3. The new nutritional guidelines are scheduled to be released next month. DUE → The release of the new nutritional guidelines ___ next month. 4. By next year, scientists will have been researching this superfood for a decade. WILL → By next year, scientists ___ this superfood for ten years. 5. It is certain that the price of organic food will rise due to demand. BOUND → The rising demand ___ the price of organic food. 6. The shipment of fresh produce is expected to arrive at noon. DUE → The fresh produce ___ at noon.

Answer key

  1. is bound to ban
  2. are about to discover
  3. is due to take place
  4. will have been researching
  5. is bound to raise
  6. is due to arrive