Museums After Dark

B2 First · Word Formation · Cambridge Ready original exercise

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 (0).

ENTERTAIN

SUCCESS

NORMAL

MEMORY

MYSTERY

INITIAL

CRITICISE

INSTITUTE

Museums have a (0) ___ for being quiet, serious places, visited mainly by school groups and tourists. Recently, however, many have started opening late once a month, offering music, talks and other forms of (1) ___ alongside their usual collections. Some even run late-night tours led by staff who share the stories behind the objects. The idea has proved extremely (2) ___ . Tickets often sell out within hours, and many of the people who come would (3) ___ never set foot in a museum. Walking through a gallery at night can be a (4) ___ experience. With the lights low and a drink in your hand, even objects you have seen many times can suddenly seem (5) ___ . Some staff were (6) ___ worried that the crowds might damage the exhibits, but so far there have been very few problems. A few people remain (7) ___ of the events, arguing that they turn serious (8) ___ into party venues. Most museums, though, are simply pleased to welcome a new audience.

Museums After Dark

REPUTE

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