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    The document discusses the Open Cloze exam, which tests grammar and parts of speech. It provides examples of common types of gaps seen in the exam, including pronouns, articles and quantifiers, modal verbs, conjunctions, and prepositions. The document concludes with tips for the exam, such as reading the full text first to identify missing words based on surrounding context clues.

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    The document discusses the Open Cloze exam, which tests grammar and parts of speech. It provides examples of common types of gaps seen in the exam, including pronouns, articles and quantifiers, modal verbs, conjunctions, and prepositions. The document concludes with tips for the exam, such as reading the full text first to identify missing words based on surrounding context clues.

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    OPEN CLOZE

    ★ The main focus in the Open Cloze is grammar and certain parts of speech are often
    tested. Let’s have a look at some of them.

    ➔ Pronouns

    Pronouns will often be gapped. In particular look out for reflexive pronouns such as 'ourselves',
    'yourself' etc. and relative pronouns - 'who', 'where', 'when' etc. Which pronouns are missing in
    these two sentences? The answers will appear in a couple of seconds.

    Complete each gap with the correct pronoun.

    Paul and Anne decided to decorate the living room themselves as they thought that would be
    cheaper that way. Paul went up the ladder on ________own to paint the ceiling, even though
    Anne told _________________ to wait till _________________ could help ____________ by
    holding the ladder. Unfortunately, _________________ lost ______________balance and the
    paint went all over Anne and _____________________ very expensive new dress.

    ➔ Articles and quantifiers


    Articles and quantifiers like 'much', 'more', 'some', 'many' etc. will sometimes be required. Which
    words are missing in these two sentences?

    Choose the answer A, B or C that completes each sentence.

    1) The shop was very quiet and ..... people were waiting to be served.

    A. few
    B. little
    C. none

    2) I haven't got ..... plans for the weekend if you'd like to go out somewhere.

    A. some
    B. any
    C. no

    3) Was there ..... traffic on the roads this evening?

    A. many
    B. much
    C. few
    4) I've tried to phone several shops but ..... of them were open.

    A. no
    B. any
    C. none

    5) Have you got ..... money to buy a new car?

    A. many
    B. enough
    C. much

    6) I asked Sally and Kim but ..... of them wanted to go out.

    A. none
    B. either
    C. neither

    7) He's exercising a lot ..... than he used to.

    A. less
    B. fewer
    C. least

    8) The doctor had two patients, ..... of whom were complaining of upset stomachs.

    A. either
    B. both
    C. all

    ➔ Modal verbs

    Modal verbs, like 'will', 'would', 'must', 'can' etc and the auxiliary verbs 'be', 'do', and 'have' are
    often tested. Which verbs are missing in these sentences?

    Complete the crossword


    ➔ Conjunctions

    Conjunctions like 'although', 'yet', 'still' or 'because' will sometimes be gapped. Which
    conjunction is missing here?

    The following sentences contain a missing conjunction. Complete them.

    1) ..... he felt quite ill he still went to work.

    2) There was heavy traffic in the city today ..... of an accident.

    3) You could come round to our house ..... we could meet at the cinema.

    4) Candidates are not permitted to leave the room ..... they are accompanied by a member of
    staff.

    5) You can have the job ..... you agree to work on Saturdays.

    6) There will be strong winds in the north. ....., the south will remain warm and sunny.

    7) He came top of his group ..... starting the course late.

    8) .... you may be aware, I intend to retire at the end of the year.
    ➔ Prepositions

    Prepositions, especially those in set expressions like 'on the contrary' or 'in the meantime' will
    sometimes be gapped. Which preposition is missing here?

    The following sentences contain a missing preposition. Complete them.

    1) The surgeon is operating ... the patient now.

    2) There's no possibility ... us finishing the project by the weekend.

    3) Have you got any advice ... how to go about buying a new car.

    4) How much have you saved ... for your holiday.

    5) The police are looking ... the recent series of robberies in the area.

    6) I sympathise ... your problem but I'm afraid there's nothing I can do to help.

    7) Would you be kind enough to fill ... this application form, please.

    8) He really takes ... his father. They're alike in so many ways.

    ★ Exam tips

    Here are some tips for this part of the exam. Make sure you read the complete text first before
    attempting to answer any questions. Having an overview of the content will sometimes help you
    to identify missing words.

    Pay attention to the clauses and words around each gap as these will usually help you identify
    which part of speech is missing - a verb, a conjunction, a pronoun for example.

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