Read the following text and fill in the gaps with the verb that best fits each space using the correct verb form of the verbs below. There are TWO extra verbs you will not need. The activity begins with an example (0).
Verbs:
conclude, foster, outline, exacerbate, propose, feature, belong, ensure, adopt, acquiesce, request, launch, encourage, dine, establish, encompass, require, outline, promote, engage, fail, submit.You have been asked by your local city council to suggest one cultural initiative intended to strengthen community life in urban areas, where many people report feeling increasingly isolated.
PROPOSAL FOR A MONTHLY INTERCULTURAL STREET FOOD MARKET
Submitted to: Hartfield City Council
Date: 16th January 2026
Introduction
As (0) requested, I (1) the following proposal in order to address the council's recent findings regarding social isolation amongst urban residents. The main purpose of this proposal is (2) a cultural initiative that would transform our underutilised Market Square into a vibrant community hub (3) cultural exchange and meaningful interaction.
Current Situation
It is clear from residents' feedback that opportunities (4) with one another across cultural boundaries remain severely limited. It is a fact that many adults report feeling disconnected from their neighbours, which means that our public spaces, whilst plentiful, (5) to function as genuine gathering points. In light of this year's community survey, a more dynamic approach is vital if we are (6) the sense of belonging our community desperately requires.
The Proposed Initiative
I strongly recommend (7) a monthly Intercultural Street Food Market operating on the last Saturday of each month. We propose that the market (8) food stalls run by local residents representing various cultural backgrounds. Crucially, this would not simply be a commercial venture. I therefore recommend that participants (9) to share the stories and traditions behind their dishes, with designated "cultural exchange zones" where cooking demonstrations and informal language practice sessions could take place.
(10) active participation rather than passive consumption, it would be advisable to incorporate communal seating areas designed to encourage strangers (11) together, alongside interactive activities such as collaborative cooking workshops and traditional music performances. We suggest (12) stall holders to work in pairs from different cultural backgrounds, ensuring that cross-cultural collaboration lies at the heart of the project.
Expected Benefits
The advantages of the approach proposed would be considerable. Food provides a universally accessible entry point for cultural dialogue, whilst the informal market atmosphere (13) barriers that might prevent engagement in more structured community events. If we were to celebrate our diversity as an asset, we could potentially reduce prejudice through positive personal encounters.
Furthermore, this course of action would be beneficial since it would increase footfall for local businesses and generate renewed civic pride. The short-term benefits include immediate opportunities for meaningful social connection, whilst the long-term advantages (14) enhanced community cohesion and a transformed town centre.
Conclusion
(15), the evidence points towards this initiative as an effective solution to urban isolation. In light of the above, I believe this proposal (16) with immediate approval of funding and commitment to (17) a pilot programme this spring. Our residents deserve genuine opportunities to connect and value one another.
I trust that the recommendations (18) in this proposal will receive your serious consideration. I feel certain that the course of action (19) above will answer the needs of our community and transform our town from a place where people merely coexist into one where they genuinely (20).
KEY
1. am submitting
2. to outline
3. promoting
4. to engage
5. have failed
6. to foster
7. establishing
8. (should) feature
9. (should) be encouraged
10. To ensure
11. to dine
12. requiring
13. would lower
14. would encompass
15. To conclude
16. should be adopted
17. to launching/ to launch
18. outlined
19. proposed
20. belong
Extra verbs:
To Acquiesce: to accept something reluctantly but without protest. Consent.
“Despite her initial reservations, she finally acquiesced to the board's demands.”
To Exacerbate: To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse. Worsen.
“Adding more tasks to his plate will only exacerbate his current stress levels.
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