Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the word given in brackets. Write ONE word for each space.
1.(friend) Facebook users can choose to
Explanation
Correct Answer:defriend / unfriend
A verb is needed to describe the act of removing a contact. Both ‘defriend’ and ‘unfriend’ are recognized terms for removing someone from a social media friend list.
any of their previously added friends, at which point that individual will have restricted access to the user’s information if privacy settings are enabled.
2.(crowd) Now popular with independent film makers,
Explanation
Correct Answer:crowdfunding
A noun is required to name the activity. ‘Crowdfunding’ refers to the collective effort of individuals who network and pool their money to support efforts initiated by others.
involves the pooling of money and other resources to support efforts initiated by other people or organizations.
3.(binge) As the weather gets cooler there’s no better way to spend your evenings than curling up on the couch and
Explanation
Correct Answer:binge-watching
A gerund (-ing form) is needed after the conjunction ‘and’ to parallel ‘curling up’. ‘Binge-watching’ is the practice of watching multiple episodes of a series in one sitting.
a new series.
4.(brother) The two men apparently struck up a
Explanation
Correct Answer:bromance / brotherhood
A noun is needed. ‘Bromance’ specifically refers to a close, non-sexual relationship between two men, while ‘brotherhood’ refers to a general state of friendship.
while working on the movie set together.
5.(clutter) Clothing swaps are considered not only a good way to
Explanation
Correct Answer:declutter
A verb is required after ‘to’. ‘Declutter’ means to remove unnecessary items from an untidy or overcrowded space.
and refill one’s wardrobe, but also are considered an act of environmentalism.
6.(wall) Unfortunately the article is behind a
Explanation
Correct Answer:paywall
A noun is needed to complete the phrase. A ‘paywall’ is a system that prevents internet users from accessing webpage content without a paid subscription.
, and you can only view a snippet unless you have a subscription.
