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SECTION 07 · Word-bank exercise

Words in context

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How to solve: Words in contextA text with gaps and a word bank; each word is used once and one word is extra.

What it tests

Vocabulary in context: meaning, word class and collocation (which words go together).

In the exam: part VII, 1 tasks.

Step by step

  1. Read the whole text first without filling anything.
  2. Mark the word class of each bank word: noun, verb, adjective, adverb.
  3. For each gap decide which word class fits, then choose by meaning.
  4. Fill the gaps you are sure about first; the remaining choices get easier.
  5. One word is left over — check it really fits nowhere.

Watch out for

  • A word with the right meaning but the wrong form (rely vs reliable).
  • Collocations: pay attention, make a decision, facial expression.
  • Using the same word twice.

Example

Facial ____ and tone of voice show our feelings. Bank: rely, expression, pay, reaction…

expression — “facial expression” is a fixed collocation and a noun is needed after the adjective.

Part B · Text 12
EXERCISE TEXT

I was only five years old but I remember it very well. We arrived at the airport in the afternoon. 1. We waited in the departure lounge for a very long time. Then suddenly everyone stood up and walked towards the doors to get on the plane. 2. We all climbed up the steps and into the plane. My seat was by the window. My brother sat next to me.

3. I looked out of the window and saw the houses getting smaller and smaller. The plane flew through the clouds and into very bright sunshine. It was magical.

I hate eating on airplanes now. 4. It tasted wonderful!

5. They were very bright. When we got on the bus to take us back to the terminus, I felt very tired but also very happy. It was a very special day.

FILL IN USING THE WORD BANK

Choose the best word for each gap

1 I was very nervous when the plane took off.2 My parents said good-bye to us and got on the plane.3 I was with my parents and my two older brothers.4 That first time I really liked the food though.5 I kept watching the dark clouds through the window.6 We landed in the dark and I saw all the airport lights.7 Nervous but eager, I followed my parents.