Gaokao Exam English 'Cloze' Test 2

Question 1

In a Gaokao cloze passage, the blank reads: 'She had always been _____ of her younger brother, often helping him with his homework.' Which word best fits the blank?

Accepted Answer

protective

Answer

'Protective' fits the context: she helped her younger brother with homework, indicating a caring, protective attitude. The other options contradict the helping behavior described.

Question 2

Choose the word that best completes this cloze sentence: 'The scientist's discovery was so _____ that it completely changed our understanding of the universe.'

Accepted Answer

groundbreaking

Answer

'Groundbreaking' means pioneering or revolutionary, perfectly matching the consequence of completely changing our understanding. The sentence requires a strongly positive, transformative word.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: 'After years of practicing, the young musician finally _____ the confidence to perform on stage.'

Accepted Answer

gained

Answer

'Gained' means obtained or developed, which logically follows years of practice leading to increased confidence for performing.

Question 4

In the cloze passage, which transition word best fits: 'She studied hard for the exam; _____, she still did not pass.'

Accepted Answer

however

Answer

'However' introduces a contrast — studying hard is expected to lead to passing, but the outcome was the opposite. This is a concessive/adversative relationship.

Question 5

Choose the correct preposition: 'The new policy will have a significant impact _____ the local economy.'

Accepted Answer

on

Answer

The correct collocation is 'impact on' — 'have an impact on something' is standard English usage.

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Gaokao Exam English 'Cloze' Test 2