Cloze test

Directions: In the following passage some the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.

The library, if used properly, is invaluable in helping you develop discernment. It is rich 1 information that goes far beyond the 2 of any one textbook or course. 3 your text book author does not make a particular 4 clear and you feel the need 5 another description in greater detail 6 in the other words, go to the library and 7 other books on the subject. By calling 8 two or three writers dealing with the nine 9 topics, you will find some 10 of certain facts. In seeking additional sources, you will have gained immeasurably, for you will have seen what several experts perceive as being particularly important on a common subject.

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(4) with (4) limitations (4) Suppose (4) point (4) about (4) however (4) collect (4) upon (4) same (4) evidence