Level C1. Topic: formal writing, ellipsis and substitution to maintain cohesion and avoid repetition. Exactly 12 questions, with exactly 2 questions allowing two correct options.
Challenging Ellipsis and Substitution in Formal Writing Exercise
- C1
Octothorpe: the many names of the # symbol
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The # symbol is also called an octothorpe. Learn where that name comes from and how the symbol is used in phones, numbers, and hashtags.
What slugabed means, and how to use it
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Slugabed is a playful, old fashioned noun for someone who stays in bed late. Learn its tone, meaning, and simple examples.
Why Reading Aloud Improves Your Writing
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Reading your work aloud helps you hear awkward phrasing, repetition, and unclear flow, making weak writing easier to spot and revise.
Ozzyfication in Australian English: why words get shorter
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Australian English often shortens words with friendly endings like ie and o. Here is how ozzyfication works, with clear examples.
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