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What types of grammatical structures should you consider when identifying the missing word in an open cloze exercise?
What types of grammatical structures should you consider when identifying the missing word in an open cloze exercise?
- The meaning, function, and form of the missing word. (correct)
- The position of the missing word in the sentence.
- Only the grammatical category of the missing word.
- The length of the missing word.
Which type of phrasal verbs is crucial for finding the missing words in an open cloze task?
Which type of phrasal verbs is crucial for finding the missing words in an open cloze task?
- Intransitive phrasal verbs.
- Phrasal verbs that provide meaning clues. (correct)
- Transitive phrasal verbs.
- Phrasal verbs that are common in everyday conversation.
What is a common mistake students make when using conditional structures?
What is a common mistake students make when using conditional structures?
- Using the second conditional for likely future events.
- Applying the first conditional to hypothetical situations.
- Confusing the first conditional with the second conditional. (correct)
- Employing the third conditional for likely events.
When encountering an open cloze exercise, what should you ultimately verify to ensure you chose the correct word?
When encountering an open cloze exercise, what should you ultimately verify to ensure you chose the correct word?
Why is it important to know the difference between definite and indefinite articles in the open cloze task?
Why is it important to know the difference between definite and indefinite articles in the open cloze task?
Flashcards
Open Cloze
Open Cloze
Open cloze tasks require you to fill in gaps in a text by considering the meaning, function and form of missing words.
Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal verbs are combinations of a verb and preposition that often indicate the missing word. Analyzing these verbs can help you understand the context and choose the right words.
Function
Function
The function of a missing word refers to its grammatical role in the sentence. Consider if it acts as a subject, verb, object, or modifier.
Form
Form
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Conditional Structures
Conditional Structures
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Study Notes
Part Two of the B2 First Use of English Exam
- The second part of the Use of English paper for the B2 First exam is an open cloze, where you need to complete a text with missing words.
- To find the missing word, consider meaning, function, and form.
- When considering meaning, look for phrasal verbs, as they often reveal the missing term.
- The function of the missing word helps identify the correct grammatical structure.
- Determine if the sentence expresses a wish, gives advice, or refers to a future event.
- For the form, identify whether the word is a noun, verb, adjective, adverb, or preposition.
- Remember that definite articles (the) are for specific nouns, and indefinite articles (a/an) for general nouns.
- Conditional structures are frequently confusing. The first conditional is for likely future events. The second conditional is for hypothetical or impossible present situations, and the third conditional for impossible past events.
- Always check the context to confirm the correct grammatical form.
- Clues within the sentence and the overall meaning of the text help find the answer.
- Using phrasal verbs correctly and understanding sentence function are crucial.
- Understanding grammatical rules is essential for success.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the open cloze section of the B2 First Use of English exam. You'll need to complete sentences by thinking critically about meaning, function, and form of the missing words, taking into account grammatical structures and contexts like wishes and advice.
