Fill in the Blanks (Cloze Passage)

Instructions: Read the passage about preparing for a class trip. Complete the passage using the correct word or phrase from the box. You may use the words more than once.

My friends and I are planning a surprise party for our friend, Leo. (1) (To plan) _______________ parties is fun! First, we need a guest list.

“Okay, (2) _______________ people should we invite?" I asked.

“Not too many," said Sarah. “Leo prefers smaller parties. Just (3) _______________ close friends."

“Good idea," I replied. “Now, for the food. (4) _______________ pizza should we order? Leo eats (5) _______________ when he’s hungry!"

“We’ll need (6) _______________ of pizza, for sure. We also need drinks. I can buy soda, but I only have (7) _______________ money, so I can’t buy too much," said Mike.

“That’s okay! I can help," Sarah said. “And for dessert, Leo loves cake. My mom is a great baker, but she’ll need (8) _______________ help in the kitchen."

“Perfect! This is going to be a great party. We don’t have (9) _______________ time left, as his birthday is this Friday. (10) _______________ balloons do you think we need to decorate the room?" I asked.