Today is World Book Day. Here is a B2 level Use of English test that you can share with your students to mark the event.

Cambridge B2 First Use of English | Part 2

For questions 9–16, read the text below and decide which word best fits each gap. Use only one word for each gap. In the separate answer sheet, write your answers in capital letters, using one box per letter.

Celebrating World Book Day 2024

Embracing the Power of Stories

World Book Day is an annual celebration dedicated to promoting the joy of reading, publishing and copyright. There are countless ways to celebrate, and the best way to do so depends on your interests and preferences.

Here (9)_____________ some suggestions for how you might celebrate World Book Day:

Read a Book: The most obvious way to celebrate World Book Day is (10)_____________ reading a book. Choose a book that interests you, whether it’s a classic, a contemporary novel, a non-fiction title or a children’s book. Set aside some time to immerse (11)_____________ in the world of the story.

Share Your Favourite Book: Share your favourite book with someone (12)_____________. It could be a friend, family member or co-worker. Tell them why you love the book and what makes it special to you. You might even inspire them to read it themselves.
Visit a Library or Bookstore: Spend some time browsing the shelves at your local library or bookstore. Take (13)_____________ the sights, smells and sounds of the literary world. You might discover a new author or genre that piques your interest.
Join a Book Club: If you enjoy discussing books with others, consider joining a book club. Many communities (14)_____________ book clubs that meet regularly to discuss a chosen book. It’s a great (15)_____________ to connect with like-minded readers and explore new titles.
Support Authors: (16)_____________ your support for authors by purchasing their books or leaving positive reviews online. Writing and publishing a book is a labour of love, and authors appreciate the support of their readers.