1) Paraphrasing is Key:
- For sentence completion questions, paraphrasing is crucial.
- Completing sentences involves using words directly from the reading passage.
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Check how many words you are allowed to write for each gap.
- Follow the specified word limit (e.g., no more than three words).
- Note the position of the gap in each sentence (start, middle, or end).
- Consider the placement when deciding the type of word or words needed.
- Analyze the gap and determine the type of word required (adjective, adverb, noun, or verb).
- Pay attention to grammatical clues, such as articles or prepositions.
- Use these clues to identify the nature of the missing word (e.g., article before the gap indicates a noun).
- Highlight or underline key words in the sentence before and after the gap.
- Think of synonyms and paraphrase these words to find the answer in the reading passage.
- Use synonyms and paraphrasing of key words to locate the answer in the reading passage.
- Ensure the completed sentence is grammatically correct.
- Verify that the sentence makes sense in the context of the passage.
- Apply the same process for each sentence in the completion task.
- These tips and techniques aim to guide individuals in effectively approaching and completing sentence completion questions in the context of a reading passage.
Sentence completion
