Dance stress away - Test 3

C1 Advanced · Word Formation · Cambridge English Advanced 4, Cambridge University Press

For questions 17–24, 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.

WORTH

NOTICE

EMPLOY

FREQUENT

GRACE

ACTIVITY

ACCURATE

DRAMA

Often considered the domain of just a few, ballet is (0) ___ finding its way into our daily lives. People from all walks of life are now appreciating just how (17) ___ ballet can be. The benefits of ballet have not gone (18) ___ in the business world, with some companies offering ballet classes to their (19) ___ . It may not, at first, seem to be an obvious combination, but the techniques used in classical ballet are regarded by some as the perfect antidote to a stressful working environment. In today's corporate world, unhealthy posture resulting from being hunched over a laptop, is not uncommon. This, added to stress from dealing with tense situations, can increase the (20) ___ of headaches and back pain. However, the (21) ___ , fluid movements of ballet will counteract the physical (22) ___ of office workers as they stretch and evaluate their posture. Regular ballet also has a myriad of mental benefits as its themed exercises enhance memory and co-ordination. The overall result is: a reduction in stress levels, enhanced (23) ___ , determination and focus, not to mention a (24) ___ improved sense of well-being.

Dance stress away

INCREASE

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