The Use of English section is a masterclass in nuance, testing your ability to handle complex grammar and vocabulary with near-native precision. It is part of the 90-minute Reading and Use of English paper, accounting for roughly 40% of your total exam score. 1. Part 1: Multiple-Choice Cloze (Vocabulary)

It tests your ability to change a word’s form (e.g., changing the adjective necessary into the noun necessity ) using prefixes and suffixes .

You must transform a "stem word" provided at the side of the text to fit a gap.

Read the whole text first to get the context. If you're stuck, look for words before and after the gap that might form a specific expression. Scoring: 1 mark per correct answer. 2. Part 2: Open Cloze (Grammar & Structure)

Aim to spend about 25–30 minutes on these four parts to leave enough time for the longer reading sections.

Marks are not deducted for wrong answers, so never leave a gap blank.

It tests your knowledge of collocations , idioms , fixed phrases , and subtle differences in meaning.

This part is generous—you can get up to 2 marks per question, with 1 mark awarded for partial correctness. Strategic Advice