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C2 Proficiency · Multiple Choice Cloze · Ready for C2 Proficiency Student's Book, Macmillan

For questions 1–8, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap.

intangible

shadowy

ineffable

rewarding

pocket

corner

angle

edge

side

block

field

show

calling

drawing

proving

sounding

set

lay

fix

move

uncertainty

turnover

recruitment

incentives

delivered

accomplished

culminated

excelled

hardened

wary

seasoned

budding

Mentorship programmes have many benefits. Mentors, experienced individuals who (0) ___ knowledge, expertise and wisdom to less experienced individuals (mentees), can facilitate understanding of both practical matters and the more (1) ___ aspects of navigating a particular (2) ___ of the business world. Mentors know the stresses and fears that come with being the new kid on the (3) ___ , and by listening carefully and giving advice, they can act as an effective (4) ___ board for their mentees. Moreover, when mentors foster a friendly and supportive relationship, displaying patience and empathy, they don't just help (5) ___ mentees on the path to success. They also make them feel valued, which has been shown to reduce staff (6) ___ and boost morale. If you have (7) ___ in your career, you have most likely had help from another professional along the way – perhaps it was a (8) ___ colleague at an entry-level job who showed you the ropes and later set you up for a promotion. Why not extend this opportunity to all new recruits?

Mentorship

cultivate

impart

instil

instruct

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