B2 First (FCE) >> Multiple Choice Cloze Worksheets >> The first part of the Use of English paper is Multiple Choice Cloze where students need to choose between similar words. Here is a series of worksheets for students to not only aim at getting the right word but think about why the other answers are not correct.
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Multiple Choice Cloze Worksheet 30
For each question, choose which of the four possible answers fits the space best. Also think about why the other three answers are not possible.
1. Everyone enjoyed the party ___________ Tom, who had to leave early.
- despite
- along with
- including
- except for
2. They were able to ___________ the fire before it caused any major damage.
- turn down
- turn off
- bring back
- put out
3. I didn't say I don't like her; ___________, I just said we have different interests.
- on the other hand
- on the contrary
- in contrast
- however
4. I ___________ we should give him another chance to prove himself. We can't afford to fire him.
- doubt
- deny
- suppose
- avoid
5. It was a tough decision, but he finally decided to break ___________ with his girlfriend.
- in
- out
- up
- on
6. Make sure to ___________ any signs of danger while hiking in the woods.
- make up for
- look up to
- go on
- look out for
7. She briefly ___________ her holiday during the meeting.
- mentioned
- hid
- dismissed
- ignored
8. I'd like to ___________ the topic of the recent budget cuts during the meeting.
- pass over
- bring up
- look out for
- stand up to