Grammar
C1
Cambridge English C1 Exam
Complete each sentence by choosing the option that best fits the gap. This exercise reviews a mix of grammar topics.
Adjective + Preposition
Question 1
The spokesperson was adamant .......... not disclosing the source, despite mounting pressure from the press.
for
about
on
at
Question 2
Senior managers are often reluctant .......... acknowledge mistakes publicly, even when the evidence is unequivocal.
about
for
to
at
Question 3
The reviewer was highly critical .......... the report’s methodology, citing several untested assumptions.
for
with
about
of
Question 4
She is exceptionally proficient .......... negotiating contracts in high-stakes environments.
in
on
at
with
Question 5
The committee was unanimous .......... rejecting the proposal, given the legal risks involved.
for
in
on
about
Question 6
He was genuinely remorseful .......... the way he had handled the dismissal, and he apologised unreservedly.
of
for
about
with
Question 7
The judge was not sympathetic .......... the defendant’s explanation, which repeatedly contradicted the facts.
to
for
with
about
Question 8
The findings are indicative .......... a broader systemic failure rather than an isolated incident.
with
to
for
of
Question 9
She has become increasingly wary .......... offers that seem too good to be true.
for
of
about
to
Question 10
The graduate was understandably anxious .......... the outcome of the visa interview scheduled for the following week.
about
at
for
of
About Grammar — Cambridge English C1
This Cambridge English C1 Grammar exercise reviews a mix of grammar points. For each sentence, choose the option that best completes the gap.
Regular grammar practice at C1 builds the accuracy you need across every part of the exam — Use of English, Reading, Listening and Writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this C1 Grammar exercise cover?
A mix of grammar topics, with each question focused on a specific point such as tenses, articles, prepositions or pronouns.
Why is grammar important for the Cambridge exam?
Grammatical accuracy is assessed directly in Use of English and Writing, and strong grammar helps you understand Reading and Listening too.
How can I improve my grammar?
Practise little and often, review the specific topic behind each mistake, and read the whole sentence before choosing your answer.
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What to do
This part consists of a series of assessments, each having only one valid answer.
Select the best answer according to what you read.
There's only a correct answer which you will have to select by clicking on it.
Don't spend time in an assessment you don't know. Wasting time on this activity might cost you points later in the exam because you won’t have enough time to do other tasks well. Get used to being quick!
Don't spend time in an assessment you don't know. Wasting time on this activity might cost you points later in the exam because you won’t have enough time to do other tasks well. Get used to being quick!
Although these grammar tests are not part of the official Cambridge exams, they are still important as they touch on language elements that you'll come across in all parts of the official exams, such as Reading and Use of English.
Strategy
- Read the assessment so you understand what it is about.
- Pay attention to the topic on the top-right corner of each assessment.
- Check the words before and after each gap and look for grammatical collocations.
- Remember that you select a choice by clicking on it.