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FCE Reading and Use of English Practice Test 21

Part 3

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. There is an example at the beginning (0).
In the exam, write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: FORMATIONS

Coral reefs

We are all familiar with images of coral reefs, with their colourful rock 0 _____ created from the shells of sea creatures. Maya Beach in Thailand became famous after it was used as the 17 for the Hollywood movie The Beach. Its 18 as a tourist destination increased dramatically and, as a result, the coral began to suffer 19 amounts of damage. The Thai authorities responded by closing the beach. 20 now think they have found a solution. They have found it is possible to collect up broken pieces of reef and 21 fix them back in place, using normal household glue! Specialist 22 swim down to carry out the repairs. The technique has so far proved extremely 23 , and the coral has started to regrow. It is hoped that the beach will be reopened one day, but the number of visitors will be 24 controlled to protect the coral.

0.FORM
17.LOCATE
18.POPULAR
19.SUBSTANCE
20.SCIENCE
21.CARE
22.DIVE
23.EFFECT
24.STRICT

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