“Rational Cloze

Made Easy”
1. Identify the tenses in the text.
2. Identify the subject/subjects in the text (Singular or Plural)
3. Draw a Magic box
4. Place the items in the magic box
5. Circle all the sentences end with can/will/to/should/could/would
6. Answer questions which end with can/to/will/ (be) firs
 Rational Cloze : PMR 2005
School holidays are a time for enjoyment and relaxation. Parents need to plan where
to ….1.. their children for a break, after months of studies. School holidays..2.. perfect
for parents to spend quality time with their children.
Careful planning may be…3…key to a good holiday. Not everyone in the family..4…
the same interests and needs. Therefore, planning…5..consulting every member of the
family is vital. This is to prevent any unhappiness and grumbling..6.. could spoil the
holiday.
A good holiday, ..7…,need not be a long distance trip. Even an outing to the shopping
mall is a holiday, if it is planned properly. There are also..8… theme parks and nature
parks.
1. A take B took C takes D taken
2. A is B are C has D have
3. A a B an C the
4. A has B had C have D having
5. A so B or C but D and
6. A this B that C these D those
7. A however B whatever C whenever D moreover
8. A more B most C much D many
 Magic Box(Identifying the subject/s)

SINGULAR SUBJECT PLURAL SUBJECTS

SHE (DEVIAYU)
HE DE= THEY
IT V= WE
CAR I= I
MALAYSIA U=YOU
HOLIDAY Parents
SCHOOL CARS
ALI School HOLIDAYS
Everyone Theme Parks
Someone Nature parks
 My Magic Box
Singular subject Agreement After :
He Present Tense can
She Is,likes,has, will
It Does to
The boy Past Tense Should
everyone was,had,did,liked Could
Family Must
holiday would

No ---ing
No past tense
Only base form
Plural subject Agreement (be)
They Present Tense is and are
We are, am, have, do (Present Tense)
I like ,plan, take, spend
You Past Tense was and were
Parents were, had , did, liked (Past Tense)
holidays
 Answers : PMR 2006

11. A 12. B 13. C 14. A

15. D 16. B 17. A 18. D

 PMR 2009

Malaysia is a beautiful and interesting country. It has multiracial population of over 25

million people. The various races are able to..1.. in peace and harmony.
Malaysians enjoy a diversity ..2… cultures and traditions. They..3.. many religious and
cultural festivals throughout the year.
There is a wide range of food offered here. Hence, it is not surprising that Malaysia..4.. a
paradise for those who love food. One can get anything..5.. traditional food to
international cuisine.
Shopping is another attraction. Those..6 like shopping can go to open-air markets
or shopping complexes. The best to enjoy discounts and special offers is during the annual
Mega Sale.
As for transportation, it is convenient and affordable to get around the country.
Therefore, tourists will be able to visit the..7… interesting places here. One can..8..
tropical rainforests, hill resorts, beach resorts or historical sites.
In short, Malaysia definitely has a lot to offer.
1. A. live B. lives C. lived D. living 2. A. at B. of C. along D. between
3. A. celebrating B. celebrated C. celebrates D. celebrate
4. A. is B. are C. was D. were
5. A. in B. with C. from D. for 6. A. who B. with C. from D. for
7. A. some B. many C. much D. few
8. A. explore B. explores C. explored D. exploring
 My Magic Box

Singular subject Agreement After :

He Present Tense can
She Is,likes,has, will
It Does to
Malaysia Past Tense Should
country was,had,did,liked Could
population No ---ing
paradise No past tense
Only base form

Plural subjects Agreement (be)

They Present Tense is and are
We are, am, have, do (Present Tense)
I like ,plan, take, spend
You Past Tense was and were
Malaysians were, had , did, liked (Past Tense)
Races
festivals
 Answers : PMR 2008

11. A 12. B 13. D 14. A

15. C 16. D 17. B 18. A

 2010 PMR Rational Cloze
Ever had a common cold? It is an infection occurring in the nose and throat. It is
caused by viruses and normally…1… two to five days to recover. Viruses causing common
colds are very contagious and …2… spread by sneezing and coughs.
The symptoms of a cold are runny nose and weepy eyes. …3… people also suffer from
sore throat, headache and fever.
Preventive measures can be taken to avoid being bitten…4… a cold bug. Firstly, avoid
touching your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands. …5…, always cover your mouth
when sneezing. It is advisable to use tissues rather than handkerchiefs as they can be
discarded after use. Besides, avoid sharing utensils and personal items. Lastly, avoid
contact with others suffering from clod.
If you suffer…6… a cold, you should rest. Resting helps to build up…7… immune system.
Drinking at least eight glasses of water a day helps loosen mucus, enabling you to cough
or blow out…8… . You can also gargle with warm, salty water to ease throat irritations.
1. A take B takes C taken D taking 2 A is B are C was D were
3 A All B Less C Few D Some 4 A by B from C with D in
5 A Finally B Later C Next D Soon 6 A of B for C with D from
7 A its B our C your D their 8 A easy B easily C easier D easiest
 2011 Penang Trial
Dear Dr. Heart,
I’m in a dilemma and need your help badly.
I love arts and……(11) a lot of time in it. I simply adore the classical paintings as well as
the modern ones. I have a deep passion…………….. (12) Arts. This passion even influences my
interest in the type of music I listen to. My family thinks I’m weird.
The rest of my siblings…….(13) in the medical world. Two of……...(14) are already doctors.
Being the……..(15) it seems that I stand out too obviously. I have the brains to be a doctor
anything else……………..(16) I put my mind to it. The problems is I love Arts. ……….(17) I am in a
dilemma- should I choose Science or Arts stream after Form Three?
All my family members are in favour of science stream. What do you suggest? Should I
obey my family’s wish or listen to……….(18) heart? Please advise. Help me to make up my mind
before I lose it!.
11. A. spend B. spent C. spends D. spending
12 A. in B. to C. for D. from
13. A. is B. are C. was D. were
14. A. them B. they C. their D. theirs
15. A. young B. younger C. youngest
16. A. if B. or C. and D. but
17. A. Besides B. Therefore C. In addition D. Moreover
18. A. I B. me C. my D. mine
 Answers : PMR 2011 Penang Trial

11. A 12. C 13. B 14. A

15. C 16. B 17. B 18. C

 2011 Kelantan Trial
Diamonds are usually used in accessories and decorations, but how many of you
know where diamonds come from? Well, here is the history on the discovery of
diamonds.
The name diamonds come from a Greek word which…….(11) proper, unalterable,
unbreakable and untamed. About 3,000 years ago, diamonds……(12) in India.
Diamonds were first valued for their unique ability to refract light……..(13) were
utilized as decorations and to ward off evil……… (14) they were also used as an aid
in treating illnesses.
…….(15) the Middle ages, more attention was paid to the worth of diamonds. Mine
owners……….(16) to say that diamonds were poisonous to prevent the mine
workers………(17) smuggling diamonds out of the mines by swallowing them. Famous
stones were…..(18) in India.
11. A. mean B. means C. are meant D. meaning
12. A. is discovered B. are discovered C. was discovered D. were discovered
13. A. It B. She C. He D. They
14. A. So, B. Besides that C. Otherwise, D. Therefore,
15. A. At B. While C. During D. By
16. A. used B. uses C. using D. use
17. A. for B. from C. into D. by
18. A. known B. given C. taken D. found
 Answers : PMR 2011 Kelantan Trial

11. B 12. D 13. D 14. B

15. C 16. D 17. B 18. D

 2011 Melaka Trial
As a consumer, you would want the best for your money. To avoid
disappointment………. (11) your purchases, you should shop wisely. The following
………..(12) several tips that can help you to be a smart consumer.
Firstly, read the label carefully…….(13) will help you know certain product
information, such as the expiry date,………..(14) date and nutritional content. Pay
attention to the fine print on the label.
Avoid buying food in rusted……..(15) dented cans as the food may be spoilt. You
may get food poisoning.
Some products are sold at a……..(16) price because they past their expiry date. Such
products are usually not in good conditions. You should avoid buying them
regardless………(17) the price.
Most people like to eat out. You should visit restaurants that………(18) good food
hygiene. Patronising eateries with good hygiene will guarantee food safety.
11. A. by B. on C. of D. with 12. A. is B. are C. was D. were
13. A. This B. That C. These D. Those
14. A. manufacture B. manufactures C. manufactured D. manufacturing
15. A. or B. and C. but D. also
16. A. cheap B. cheaper C. cheapest D. more cheaper
17. A. for B. to C. of D. from
18. A. practise B. practises C. practised D. practising
 Answers : PMR 2011 Melaka Trial

11. D 12. B 13. A 14. D

15. A 16. B 17. C 18. A