Keep It Quiet!
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.
Few things are more difficult to organise (0) ___ a surprise party. The person for (1) ___ the party is being held must not suspect anything, so everyone who has been invited has to keep the secret, (2) ___ matter how excited they are. Guests are often asked to arrive early and to park in the next street so (3) ___ not to give the game away. Meanwhile, one close friend usually has the job of keeping the guest of honour busy, so it helps if that person is good (4) ___ inventing excuses. When the moment finally arrives, the lights go on and everybody shouts 'Surprise!' Most people love it, but not (5) ___ of them. For a shy person, the whole experience may be more stressful (6) ___ enjoyable, and some people simply hate being the centre of attention. So before you start planning, ask yourself honestly (7) ___ your friend would really like a surprise. If the answer is no, a quiet dinner with one (8) ___ two close friends might be a far better idea.
Keep It Quiet!
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