Are You Happy Where You Work? - Test 6

C1 Advanced · Open Cloze · Cambridge English Advanced 2, Cambridge University Press

For questions 1–8, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap.

Finding a job you love is the first step to being happy at work, but (0) ___ the right workplace environment is equally important. Creativity, hard work and bright ideas come (9) ___ positive, happy working environments in (10) ___ people are allowed the freedom to think, develop and express themselves. It's important for everyone to have (11) ___ own clearly-defined work space, even if the workplace adopts an 'open plan' style, as so many offices now (12) ___ . Relaxation areas where people meet to chat and discuss ideas during office hours are regarded (13) ___ particularly beneficial. Adding plants to the working environment can also (14) ___ offices to life, since they increase oxygen levels, purify the air and can create a calming and more productive environment. Finally, the lighting (15) ___ be right, because it can have a huge effect on people's moods. If offices are too harshly lit, (16) ___ can result in anger and headaches and lead to a lack of concentration.

Are You Happy Where You Work?

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