7 • Word formation
9581 Read the theory. Find examples in the text.
Then complete the sentences with the correct noun.
Forming nouns from verbs
To form abstract nouns from verbs we use: -ion (act - action),
-ance (annoy - annoyance), -ment (enjoy - enjoyment),
-ition (compete - competition), -ation (imitate - imitation)
1 They are sending
for the party. (invite)
2 Dancing is my favourite type of
(entertain)
3 The theatre
starts at 9:00. (perform)
4 Canadians celebrate
Day
on 11th November. (remember)
8 Underline the correct word.