A 'grand' return to standup comedy - Module 1

C2 Proficiency · Multiple Choice Cloze · Expert Proficiency, Pearson Education

For questions 1–8, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap.

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planned

booked

laid

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doing

holding

making

reached

come

gained

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act

play

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gather

attract

raise

achieve

gossiped

suggested

alleged

rumoured

enhance

induce

generate

initiate

Comedians Pete Barnes and Dave Reid are (0) ___ into the spotlight once more. After a twelve-year (1) ___ in TV sitcoms, the comic duo are (2) ___ up to appear live at the Grand Theatre, Leeds, on 15th August. 'We're delighted to be returning to the stage after such a long time and it seems fitting to be (3) ___ our comeback at the venue where we gave our debut performance,' says Dave. 'We've (4) ___ a long way since then, and have added some great new material to our (5) ___ in preparation for going on tour in the autumn.' The duo will be performing alongside other big names in a one-off gala performance which aims to (6) ___ money for charity. Pete and Dave have gone viral with a promotional sketch, to give people a taste of what to expect in the show. Look out for 'Pete and Dave: The Traffic Warden' on all the major networking sites. At least one member of the Royal family is (7) ___ to be attending the show, which is bound to (8) ___ further interest. So, to be sure of a seat, buy your tickets early!

A 'grand' return to standup comedy

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