Definition

Relating to a type of test where words are removed from a text and the person taking the test must fill in the blanks to show their understanding of the material.

Example

The teacher used a cloze exercise to assess the students' reading comprehension skills.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a cloze test for studying?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they can be useful.

Yeah, they really help with understanding context and vocabulary.

I should give it a shot then; it sounds interesting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cloze originates from the word 'cloze' (a term coined in the 1950s from 'closure', meaning to close or fill in). It refers to a type of exercise where words are omitted from a text and the participant must fill in the blanks. The term is derived from the concept of 'closing' gaps in knowledge or text.

Memory Tip

Think of 'closing' gaps in a text — that's what a cloze exercise is all about, filling in the missing words.

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