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TED Tests

Create an English test from a TED talk. Watch engaging TED presentations on topics ranging from science to culture, then test your comprehension with automatically generated questions. This tool helps improve listening skills while exposing you to authentic English from expert speakers. Perfect for advanced learners who want to combine education with language learning.

Kanji Review

Learn the English words for Kanji. This interactive tool helps bridge Japanese and English by presenting kanji characters alongside their English meanings. Practice recognition and recall through spaced repetition exercises. Ideal for students studying Japanese who want to strengthen their vocabulary in both languages. Build connections between kanji and their English equivalents efficiently.

Word Browser

Browse the conceptual and semantic relations between words. Explore how words connect through synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms, and other lexical relationships. This powerful tool visualizes the intricate web of meaning in the English language using WordNet data. Discover new vocabulary by navigating through semantic networks. Perfect for writers, students, and anyone interested in the structure of language.

Gutenberg Tests

Create open cloze tests and word lists from Project Gutenberg ebooks. Access thousands of classic literary works and generate customized vocabulary exercises from your chosen texts. This tool analyzes the content to create meaningful gap-fill exercises that test comprehension and vocabulary. Extract word frequency lists to focus on the most important terms. Ideal for literature students and language learners exploring classic English texts.

Connect

Explore the semantic relations between words through an interactive game-like interface. Challenge yourself to find connections between seemingly unrelated words by navigating through semantic paths. This tool makes learning word relationships engaging and memorable. Discover surprising connections that expand your understanding of English vocabulary. Great for developing a deeper appreciation of how language organizes meaning.

Wikipedia Tests

Create open cloze tests and word lists from Wikipedia articles on any topic. Search for articles that interest you and automatically generate vocabulary exercises based on the content. This tool helps you learn specialized terminology while reading about subjects you're passionate about. Generate topic-specific word lists for targeted vocabulary building. Perfect for students preparing for exams or professionals learning domain-specific language.

ATI Tests

Create open cloze tests and word lists from articles about Buddhism from Access to Insight. Explore Buddhist teachings while improving your English comprehension and vocabulary. This specialized tool focuses on texts related to Theravada Buddhism and meditation practices. Generate exercises that help you understand both the language and the concepts. Ideal for practitioners interested in deepening their understanding of Buddhist literature in English.

Wordplay

Create wordlists and crosswords, play word games and take multiple choice tests. This comprehensive suite of tools makes vocabulary learning fun and interactive. Generate custom crossword puzzles from random word lists or play engaging word games that challenge your language skills. Perfect for teachers creating classroom materials or learners who want to make vocabulary practice more enjoyable.