Cloze Test • Fill-in-the-blanks in a passage
Cloze Test: Full-Length Notes Topic: Fill-in-the-blanks in a Passage 1. What is a Cloze Test? A Cloze Test is a passage with several blanks where words are omitted. You must choose the most appropriate word for each blank from given options (or, in some exams, fill in the word without options). Cloze tests assess your understanding of grammar, vocabulary, context, and overall comprehension. 2. Structure of a Cloze Test A passage (usually 5–10 sentences) with 5–10 blanks. Each blank is numbered. Each blank is followed by four or five options. You must select the word that best fits the blank, considering grammar and context. 3. Skills Tested in Cloze Tests Grammar: Subject-verb agreement, tense, prepositions, articles, conjunctions, pronouns, etc. Vocabulary: Knowledge of word meanings, collocations, and idiomatic expressions. Contextual Understanding: Ability to infer meaning from the surrounding text. Logical Flow: Understanding the logi...