Something to Keep Your Keys In
B2 First · Open Cloze · Cambridge Ready original exercise
For questions 1–8, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning.
It is easy to take pockets (0) ___ granted, but they have a surprisingly interesting history. For centuries, (1) ___ men nor women had pockets sewn into their clothes. Instead, people carried coins and keys in small bags attached (2) ___ a belt. Eventually, tailors began adding pockets to men's coats and trousers. Women, however, continued to wear pockets of (3) ___ own: cloth bags tied under their skirts and reached through a small opening. When fashions changed and dresses became narrow, there was no longer any room (4) ___ such pockets, so women started carrying little handbags instead, a habit (5) ___ has lasted ever since. Even today, the pockets in women's jeans are often far smaller (6) ___ those in men's, and some are only there for decoration. Many women say they would like clothes with proper pockets (7) ___ than having to carry a bag everywhere. Fortunately, some designers are beginning to pay attention (8) ___ these complaints.
Something to Keep Your Keys In
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