Benjamin L. Stewart

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FCE Practice test 3

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FCE Use of English Practice Test

Part 1: Multiple Choice Cloze

For questions 1-8, read the text below and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

A Changing City

London is a fascinating city which (1) ___ millions of visitors every year. People come to see its famous landmarks and experience its diverse culture. However, the city (2) ___ dramatically over the past decades. Neighborhoods have been transformed, and new buildings now stand (3) ___ traditional ones. Many locals believe that while change is (4) ___, it is important to maintain London’s unique character. Tourists, however, (5) ___ these changes as exciting and innovative. The mix of old and new (6) ___ London an appealing destination, keeping it vibrant and constantly (7) ___. Undoubtedly, this city will continue to evolve and surprise its visitors for many years (8) ___.

  1. A. attracts B. invites C. welcomes D. receives

  2. A. developed B. has changed C. altered D. improved

  3. A. close B. besides C. beside D. among

  4. A. essential B. usual C. normal D. ordinary

  5. A. regard B. think C. suppose D. consider

  6. A. makes B. turns C. gets D. becomes

  7. A. growing B. progressing C. moving D. advancing

  8. A. coming B. ahead C. forward D. future

Part 2: Open Cloze

For questions 9-16, read the text below and write one word in each gap.

A Passion for Music

Music is an essential part (9) ___ life for many people around the world. Some enjoy listening to it (10) ___ relaxation, while others find inspiration (11) ___ the rhythms and melodies. Music has the power to evoke strong emotions and memories. Studies have shown (12) ___ music can even improve mood and health. Despite differences (13) ___ musical taste, people everywhere respond positively (14) ___ music’s universal language. Moreover, many individuals find joy in creating music themselves, whether by singing (15) ___ playing instruments. Indeed, music enriches our lives in countless (16) ___.

Part 3: Word Formation

For questions 17-24, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals to form a word that fits in the gap.

Exploring the Universe

Humans have always been (17) ___ (FASCINATE) by the universe. The (18) ___ (DISCOVER) of planets beyond our solar system has significantly increased our knowledge and (19) ___ (CURIOUS). Scientists now have better (20) ___ (EQUIP) to study distant stars, making it possible to learn more about the potential for life elsewhere. Astronomers’ (21) ___ (EXCITE) grows with each new finding, and public (22) ___ (INTERESTING) in space exploration remains high. Space agencies around the world continue to invest (23) ___ (HEAVY) in research missions, aiming to unlock the secrets of our vast and (24) ___ (MYSTERY) universe.

Part 4: Key Word Transformations

For questions 25-30, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.

  1. The weather was too cold for us to go swimming. ENOUGH
The weather \_\_\_ for us to go swimming.
  1. Sarah started learning French three years ago. BEEN
Sarah \_\_\_ three years.
  1. I haven’t seen a better film than this one. BEST
This is \_\_\_ seen.
  1. My brother doesn’t like sports as much as I do. KEEN
My brother \_\_\_ sports as I am.
  1. “Did you finish your homework?” asked my mother. IF
My mother asked \_\_\_ my homework.
  1. They cancelled the concert because of the rain. CALLED
The concert \_\_\_ because of the rain.

Answer Key

Part 1:

  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. A

  5. D

  6. A

  7. A

  8. B

Part 2:

  1. of

  2. for

  3. in

  4. that

  5. in

  6. to

  7. or

  8. ways

Part 3:

  1. fascinated

  2. discovery

  3. curiosity

  4. equipment

  5. excitement

  6. interest

  7. heavily

  8. mysterious

Part 4:

  1. wasn’t warm enough

  2. has been learning French for

  3. the best film I’ve

  4. isn’t as keen on

  5. if I had finished

  6. was called off

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