Cloze Test Passage

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Music is a universal language that ___1___ people across cultures and borders. Whether it is a traditional folk song ___2___ a modern pop hit, music has the power to stir emotions and bring people ___3___.

Learning to play a musical instrument ___4___ many benefits. Studies have shown that children who learn music perform ___5___ in subjects like mathematics and languages. Music also helps ___6___ creativity and self-expression.

In Kenya, music plays a ___7___ role in social and cultural events. From weddings to national celebrations, music ___8___ people together. Many Kenyan artists have ___9___ international recognition for their talent and creativity. ___10___ music evolves with time, its core purpose of connecting people remains unchanged.

  1. Question 1

    1 mark

    ___1___

    A. separates

    B. connects

    C. confuses

    D. divides

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    B

  2. Question 2

    1 mark

    ___2___

    A. and

    B. but

    C. or

    D. yet

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    C

  3. Question 3

    1 mark

    ___3___

    A. apart

    B. away

    C. together

    D. down

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  4. Question 4

    1 mark

    ___4___

    A. have

    B. has

    C. had

    D. having

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  5. Question 5

    1 mark

    ___5___

    A. worse

    B. better

    C. slower

    D. less

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  6. Question 6

    1 mark

    ___6___

    A. reduce

    B. destroy

    C. develop

    D. limit

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  7. Question 7

    1 mark

    ___7___

    A. minor

    B. significant

    C. negative

    D. harmful

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  8. Question 8

    1 mark

    ___8___

    A. pushes

    B. pulls

    C. brings

    D. keeps

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  9. Question 9

    1 mark

    ___9___

    A. gained

    B. lost

    C. missed

    D. avoided

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  10. Question 10

    1 mark

    ___10___

    A. Because

    B. Unless

    C. Although

    D. Since

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