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Gap Fill Generator

Free cloze generator for teachers. Turn any passage into a gap fill by removing every nth word, a random percentage, or the exact words you click — instant differentiated worksheets.

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Where gap fill generator earns its place

  • Cloze comprehension for English, science, history and geography texts
  • Differentiated worksheets: every 3rd word for support, random 40% for challenge
  • Targeted keyword removal for retrieval practice

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Gap Fill Generator FAQ

Practical answers about setup, classroom use and what pupils need to do.

How do I remove exactly the words I want?

Choose "Click the exact words to remove" as the selection mode, then click words in the picker to build your cloze.

Can some words never be removed?

Yes. Add protected words such as names or key terms, and skip short words automatically.

Is there an answer sheet?

Yes. The removed words are listed under the live preview so you can check or display them.

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