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Cloze Test

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Cloze Test Questions

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (i).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Our ear collects the sound from the surroundings. Pinna or the ____(i)_____ ear receives the signal and passes it through the auditory _____(ii)_______. When the sound wave reaches the eardrum or tympanic _______(iii)______, the pressure on the outside of the membrane increases and forces the eardrum inward. It leads to vibration of the eardrum. The middle ear transmits pressure _______(iv)______ received from the sound wave to the inner ear through three small bones called ear ossicles.

  1. internal

  2. external

  3. artificial

  4. visible
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The pinna is the visible, outer part of the ear that collects sound waves. It's anatomically known as the 'external ear' because it's the portion located on the outside of the head. The passage describes how sound is collected from the environment and directed inward, making 'external' the logical choice for describing the pinna's location.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (ii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Our ear collects the sound from the surroundings. Pinna or the ____(i)_____ ear receives the signal and passes it through the auditory _____(ii)_______. When the sound wave reaches the eardrum or tympanic _______(iii)______, the pressure on the outside of the membrane increases and forces the eardrum inward. It leads to vibration of the eardrum. The middle ear transmits pressure _______(iv)______ received from the sound wave to the inner ear through three small bones called ear ossicles.

  1. trench

  2. canal

  3. way

  4. gutter
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The auditory canal is the tube-like passage connecting the outer ear to the eardrum. Sound travels from the pinna through this canal to reach the tympanic membrane. 'Canal' is the correct anatomical term for this passage, while 'trench,' 'way,' and 'gutter' are either not anatomical terms or too informal.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Our ear collects the sound from the surroundings. Pinna or the ____(i)_____ ear receives the signal and passes it through the auditory _____(ii)_______. When the sound wave reaches the eardrum or tympanic _______(iii)______, the pressure on the outside of the membrane increases and forces the eardrum inward. It leads to vibration of the eardrum. The middle ear transmits pressure _______(iv)______ received from the sound wave to the inner ear through three small bones called ear ossicles.

  1. membrane

  2. casing

  3. film

  4. none of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Membrane is a tissue; crust is outer layer or surface.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iv).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Our ear collects the sound from the surroundings. Pinna or the ____(i)_____ ear receives the signal and passes it through the auditory _____(ii)_______. When the sound wave reaches the eardrum or tympanic _______(iii)______, the pressure on the outside of the membrane increases and forces the eardrum inward. It leads to vibration of the eardrum. The middle ear transmits pressure _______(iv)______ received from the sound wave to the inner ear through three small bones called ear ossicles.

  1. waves

  2. mutations

  3. tactics

  4. variations
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Mutation is a change arising from within, which is not applicable in this case.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (i).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

How eyes work

____(i)______ is an amazing process made possible by many parts of the eye working together. Light enters the eye and is bent or ______(ii)______ by the cornea (the window of the eye) through the pupil (the opening in the iris). This light passes through the lens (located behind the pupil). The retina changes the light (energy) into electric ____(iii)_______ that are carried through the optic nerve to the vision centre (cortex) of the brain where the image is ______(iv)______.

  1. Visibility

  2. Display

  3. Sight

  4. Spectacle
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The passage describes how the eye enables vision. The title 'How eyes work' and the blank structure suggest this blank should name the overall process being described. 'Sight' is the process that results from all the eye parts working together - it's the amazing process that converts light into the visual experience. 'Visibility,' 'display,' and 'spectacle' don't capture the physiological process.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

How eyes work

____(i)______ is an amazing process made possible by many parts of the eye working together. Light enters the eye and is bent or ______(ii)______ by the cornea (the window of the eye) through the pupil (the opening in the iris). This light passes through the lens (located behind the pupil). The retina changes the light (energy) into electric ____(iii)_______ that are carried through the optic nerve to the vision centre (cortex) of the brain where the image is ______(iv)______.

  1. vibrations

  2. radiations

  3. whims

  4. impulses
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Impulse is an impelling or driving force; radiation is transmission through rays; vibration is just shaking.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iv).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

How eyes work

____(i)______ is an amazing process made possible by many parts of the eye working together. Light enters the eye and is bent or ______(ii)______ by the cornea (the window of the eye) through the pupil (the opening in the iris). This light passes through the lens (located behind the pupil). The retina changes the light (energy) into electric ____(iii)_______ that are carried through the optic nerve to the vision centre (cortex) of the brain where the image is ______(iv)______.

  1. interpreted

  2. developed

  3. anticipated

  4. obviated
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The optic nerve carries electrical signals to the brain's vision centre (cortex), where the image is 'interpreted' - meaning processed and understood as visual information. The brain doesn't just receive the signal; it actively decodes and makes sense of it. 'Interpreted' captures this cognitive processing, unlike 'developed,' 'anticipated,' or 'obviated.'

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (ii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

How eyes work

____(i)______ is an amazing process made possible by many parts of the eye working together. Light enters the eye and is bent or ______(ii)______ by the cornea (the window of the eye) through the pupil (the opening in the iris). This light passes through the lens (located behind the pupil). The retina changes the light (energy) into electric ____(iii)_______ that are carried through the optic nerve to the vision centre (cortex) of the brain where the image is ______(iv)______.

  1. reflected

  2. refracted

  3. translated

  4. riveted
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Reflect is turning back; refraction is bending (sideways).

Multiple choice

Directions: Fill the blanks with most appropriate answer from the given options.

This final paragraph _____________ our position on the topic discussed in the previous parts of the passage.

  1. summarises

  2. classifies

  3. presumes

  4. exemplifies
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Summarises means to give a brief statement of the main points. A final paragraph that restates or condenses the position discussed in previous parts is performing a summary function. Classifies means to categorize, presumes means to assume without proof, and exemplifies means to give an example - none of which fit the context of a concluding paragraph that restates the main position.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (ii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Costa Ricans, as any other people, are _______(i)_______ and full of surprises. Racially speaking, the country is one of the most homogenous of the region. Costa Ricans don't like to consider themselves as _______(ii)______, but they also enjoy talking about their ______(iii)_______ "whiteness", when compared to other Latin American countries. However, racial confrontations are extremely rare. And _______(iv)______, even though it exists, is displayed in indirect and careful ways.

  1. social

  2. corrupt

  3. racists

  4. noble
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The passage discusses racial identity and how Costa Ricans view themselves versus others. Blank (ii) states they don't like to consider themselves as _____, but talk about their 'whiteness'. In the context of racial comparisons, 'racists' fits - they don't view themselves as racist but enjoy highlighting their racial homogeneity/whiteness compared to other Latin American countries.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (i).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Costa Ricans, as any other people, are _______(i)_______ and full of surprises. Racially speaking, the country is one of the most homogenous of the region. Costa Ricans don't like to consider themselves as _______(ii)______, but they also enjoy talking about their ______(iii)_______ "whiteness", when compared to other Latin American countries. However, racial confrontations are extremely rare. And _______(iv)______, even though it exists, is displayed in indirect and careful ways.

  1. living

  2. monotonous

  3. complex

  4. dull
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Blank (i) describes Costa Ricans as being _____ and full of surprises. The passage then discusses their racial complexity, contradictions in how they view themselves, and nuanced racial dynamics. 'Complex' best captures this multifaceted nature - they have surprising, contradictory characteristics that aren't straightforward.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iv).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Costa Ricans, as any other people, are _______(i)_______ and full of surprises. Racially speaking, the country is one of the most homogenous of the region. Costa Ricans don't like to consider themselves as _______(ii)______, but they also enjoy talking about their ______(iii)_______ "whiteness", when compared to other Latin American countries. However, racial confrontations are extremely rare. And _______(iv)______, even though it exists, is displayed in indirect and careful ways.

  1. justice

  2. prejudice

  3. trust

  4. tolerance
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Blank (iv) completes the thought that racial prejudice, though existing in Costa Rica, is displayed indirectly. The sentence structure 'And _____, even though it exists, is displayed in indirect and careful ways' strongly points to 'prejudice' - the passage has been discussing racial dynamics, and prejudice is the implicit topic being referred to.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Costa Ricans, as any other people, are _______(i)_______ and full of surprises. Racially speaking, the country is one of the most homogenous of the region. Costa Ricans don't like to consider themselves as _______(ii)______, but they also enjoy talking about their ______(iii)_______ "whiteness", when compared to other Latin American countries. However, racial confrontations are extremely rare. And _______(iv)______, even though it exists, is displayed in indirect and careful ways.

  1. regular

  2. ordinary

  3. bright

  4. unique
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The passage discusses Costa Ricans' racial identity and their tendency to emphasize their 'whiteness' compared to other Latin American countries. The word 'unique' best fits blank (iii) as it captures the distinctive nature they claim - something that sets them apart from others in the region. 'Unique' conveys being one-of-a-kind or distinctive, which aligns with the context of them taking pride in being different.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (i).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Ethics in the workplace are a set of _____(i)______ consisting of “right conduct” which involves the basic moral values like honesty and _____(ii)______. Some companies may have certain code of _____(iii)______ but in other companies the employees follow what they see those above them do. Ethics are about making choices that may not always feel good, probably because we have to ______(iv)______ by some basic rules and moral values.

  1. restrictions

  2. principles

  3. aims

  4. beliefs
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Ethics in the workplace refers to a framework of moral principles that guide behavior and decision-making. The passage mentions 'right conduct' and 'basic moral values,' which directly corresponds to 'principles' - fundamental rules or beliefs that guide conduct. Principles provide the systematic structure for ethical behavior, whereas restrictions limit actions, aims are goals, and beliefs are general convictions without the guiding structure.

Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iv).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

Ethics in the workplace are a set of _____(i)______ consisting of “right conduct” which involves the basic moral values like honesty and _____(ii)______. Some companies may have certain code of _____(iii)______ but in other companies the employees follow what they see those above them do. Ethics are about making choices that may not always feel good, probably because we have to ______(iv)______ by some basic rules and moral values.

  1. follow

  2. lead

  3. abide

  4. respect
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'abide by' means to follow, obey, or adhere to rules, principles, or standards. In the context of ethics, this means following moral rules and values even when difficult. While 'follow' and 'respect' might seem similar, 'abide by' is the standard collocation with rules. 'Lead' is opposite in meaning. The context suggests compliance with established moral standards.