Cambridge IELTS Reading Gap Fill & Summary Tips
Cambridge IELTS Reading gap fill and summary completion tasks test precise vocabulary and grammar within strict word limits — common in Academic and GT papers.
Hub: Cambridge IELTS online tests
Word limit rules
| Instruction | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ONE WORD ONLY | Exactly one word |
| NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS | One or two words |
| AND/OR A NUMBER | Numbers count in the limit |
Articles (a/the) count as words.
Grammar prediction
Read the gap sentence — predict noun / verb / adjective before scanning the passage. Parent guide: reading practice · T/F/NG.
Frequently asked questions
Hyphenated answers?
Count as one word if the key shows one unit.
Copy exact words from passage?
Usually yes — do not change word form unless instructions allow.
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