Grammar
C2
Cambridge English C2 Exam
Complete each sentence by choosing the option that best fits the gap. This exercise reviews a mix of grammar topics.
Linking Words
Question 1
The committee rejected the proposal, .......... it had been endorsed by several external consultants.
so that
since
whereas
nevertheless
Question 2
.......... the data are preliminary, the trend is too consistent to ignore.
Even if
Even though
Therefore
Insofar as
Question 3
The CEO refused to comment; .........., the legal team issued a carefully worded statement.
otherwise
instead
moreover
as long as
Question 4
The experiment was repeated three times .......... rule out measurement error.
despite
so as to
in case
whereby
Question 5
The report is persuasive .......... it relies on verifiable sources rather than anecdote.
in that
as if
unless
even so
Question 6
The policy is sound in principle; .........., its implementation has been chaotic.
likewise
however
hence
thereby
Question 7
You can submit the application online, .......... you can mail a hard copy to the admissions office.
alternatively
consequently
whereas
provided that
Question 8
The witness’s account was internally consistent; .........., it conflicted with the CCTV footage.
nonetheless
as a result
therefore
in addition
Question 9
The negotiations will proceed .......... both parties agree to the confidentiality clause.
provided that
so that
whereas
in spite of
Question 10
The new protocol reduces processing time; .........., it improves auditability by generating a complete log.
otherwise
yet
furthermore
even though
About Grammar — Cambridge English C2
This Cambridge English C2 Grammar exercise reviews a mix of grammar points. For each sentence, choose the option that best completes the gap.
Regular grammar practice at C2 builds the accuracy you need across every part of the exam — Use of English, Reading, Listening and Writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this C2 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.