What it is: You match parts of a text: a heading for each paragraph, a question for each answer, or an ending for each sentence.
The instruction on the paper: Choose an appropriate heading from the list that completes each gap in the text. → Pick a heading for each paragraph.
Example: Text I — Tips for your first part-time job
[ – 1 – ] Before your first shift, find out what to wear and who to ask for help. Write down your hours and check how you will get there.
[ – 2 – ] Mistakes happen to everyone. Say sorry, learn from them and move on. Nobody expects you to be perfect in your first week.
Choose an appropriate heading from the list that completes each gap in the text. A. Plan ahead B. Ask for a pay rise C. Don't fear errors D. Wear a uniform
The answer
Your turn
- Answer it yourself first, then check.
- an appropriate heading
- a title for one paragraph
- from the list
- the list has extra options
- completes each gap
- fills each space
- an appropriate question
- the interview question before an answer
- an appropriate ending
- the second half of a sentence
Remember: Match the main idea of the whole paragraph, not one word.
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Win at matching
1
Read the paragraph
What is it mainly about?
2
Name the key idea
In two or three words.
3
Match the heading
Same idea, often other words.
4
Check the leftovers
Extra headings should not fit.
Gist → Key idea → Match → Check
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Text J — Grandma goes online: At 78, Rosa had never used a computer. When her grandson moved to Canada, she decided to learn. A volunteer at the library taught her every Tuesday. After two months, Rosa could send emails and make video calls. "Now I see my grandson every Sunday," she laughs. She has even started a blog about her favourite recipes.
Choose an appropriate ending from the list that completes each sentence. 1. Rosa learned to use a computer because… 2. Every Tuesday, a volunteer… 3. Rosa now writes…
A. her grandson moved abroad. B. taught her at the library. C. about cooking. D. sold her a new computer. E. every day.
The answer
Your turn
- Answer it yourself first, then check.
Do
- Read the whole paragraph first.
- Check the grammar of both halves.
- Cross off what you use.
Don't
- Match on one shared word.
- Choose a heading for one detail.
- Leave a gap empty.