Boarding schools - Unit 5

B2 First · Word Formation · Ready for B2 First 4th Edition, Macmillan Education Limited

For questions 1–8, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning.

SURPRISE

SUPPORT

COURAGE

DECIDE

ABLE

DEVELOP

STRONG

HIGH

Boarding schools are (0) ___ schools that provide students with accommodation and food as well as education. The initial separation from the family can be a traumatic experience, and not (1) ___ , homesickness is a fairly common problem. However, (2) ___ of boarding schools believe that this type of education (3) ___ a sense of discipline and responsibility; children are taught to follow a strict daily routine and obey a clear set of rules, but they are also forced to make many (4) ___ on their own, which leads to greater independence and increased self-confidence. In addition, spending long periods of time in the company of other boarders (5) ___ children to form close friendships and helps in the (6) ___ of communication and social skills. Many parents also argue that boarding can (7) ___ family ties, living away from home often (8) ___ a child's appreciation of precious time spent with the family, and teenage anger can be directed at teachers rather than parents.

Boarding schools

RESIDENT

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