Question

Use the word in brackets to form a new word that fits in each blank. Write your answers. 1. Men have more of a (tend) to put weight on around the waist and stomach areas and this is something they should be aware of. 2. The babies were put up for (adopt) when their mother was jailed for her part in the murder. 3. The leader of the trade union tried (success) for re-election before finally retiring after 27 years.

Answer 1

1. tendency

2. adoption

3. stormy

Answer 2

1. Men have more of a tendency to put weight on around the waist and stomach areas, and this is something they should be aware of.

2. The babies were put up for adoption when their mother was jailed for her part in the murder.

3. The leader of the trade union tried unsuccessfully for re-election before finally retiring after 27 years.