KET Reading: Multiple Choice Cloze 5

Question 1

She _____ born in New York but grew up in Boston.

Accepted Answer

was

Answer

'Was born' is the correct past simple passive form for a single person.

Question 2

The exam is _____ Friday morning.

Accepted Answer

on

Answer

'On' is used with days of the week and specific dates.

Question 3

I am _____ forward to meeting you next week.

Accepted Answer

looking

Answer

'Look forward to' is a fixed phrasal verb meaning to be excited about a future event.

Question 4

He doesn't enjoy _____ in crowded places.

Accepted Answer

shopping

Answer

'Enjoy' is always followed by a gerund (-ing form), not an infinitive.

Question 5

There _____ a lot of people at the concert last night.

Accepted Answer

were

Answer

'There were' is used because 'a lot of people' is plural and the event is past.

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