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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 5
EXERCISE TEXT

A police officer finally found out how to fight speeding. 1. It was impossible for drivers to detect him whereas he could easily see all the cars. 2. One day, the officer was amazed when every single driver was under the speed limit. 3. It appeared that a ten-year old boy was standing on the side of the road with a huge hand-painted sign which said “Radar Trap Ahead.”

A little more investigative work led the officer to the boy's accomplice. 4. The sign read “tips.” 5.

FILL IN USING THE WORD BANK

Choose the best word for each gap

1 That was another boy about 100 yards beyond the radar trap with a sign.2 So, he investigated the problem.3 For a few days, everything went well.4 Next to the boy there was a bucket full of change.5 In most cases, the drivers detected him easily.6 He found a perfect place for watching for speeding motorists.7 The accomplice took the tips and ran away.