Copy Of Gateway B1 Unit 1 Test Standard Vocabulary+grammar
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Questions and Answers
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the sentences. I really like my .................. I’m happy that my sister married him.
- A.
Brother-in-law
- B.
Stepbrother
Correct Answer
A. Brother-in-lawExplanation
The correct answer is brother-in-law because the sentence mentions that the speaker is happy that their sister married him. This implies that the person being referred to is related to the speaker through marriage, which is the definition of a brother-in-law.Rate this question:
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- 2.
My mum married again and my new ................. is very nice.
- A.
Husband
- B.
Stepfather
Correct Answer
B. StepfatherExplanation
The correct answer is "stepfather". In the given sentence, the speaker's mother has married again, indicating that she has a new husband. The phrase "my new" suggests that the speaker is referring to a family member, and the word "stepfather" specifically refers to the husband of one's biological parent. Therefore, "stepfather" is the most appropriate term to describe the speaker's mother's new husband.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Helen is ............................. child and she doesn’t like it.
- A.
A single
- B.
An only
Correct Answer
B. An onlyExplanation
The correct answer is "an only". This is because the phrase "an only child" refers to someone who does not have any siblings. In the given sentence, Helen is described as "an only child", indicating that she is the sole child in her family. The phrase "and she doesn't like it" suggests that Helen is unhappy about being the only child, possibly because she feels lonely or lacks companionship.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Brett and Beth aren’t very happy together. I think they’re going to get ...................... soon.
- A.
Single
- B.
Divorced
Correct Answer
B. DivorcedExplanation
Based on the given information that Brett and Beth are not happy together, it suggests that their relationship is likely to end soon. Therefore, the most suitable option is "divorced" as it implies the legal termination of their marriage.Rate this question:
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- 5.
My uncle has two children who are the same age as me – they're my ....................... .
- A.
Sons
- B.
Cousins
Correct Answer
B. CousinsExplanation
The term "cousins" refers to the children of one's uncle or aunt. In this scenario, the speaker's uncle has two children who are the same age as the speaker, making them cousins.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Complete the sentences with the correct noun form of the verbs given. Wrute ONLY the word.We asked the teacher for ……………………… (inform) about the new drama club.
Correct Answer
informationExplanation
The correct noun form of the verb "inform" is "information". In this sentence, the speaker asked the teacher for information about the new drama club.Rate this question:
- 7.
We guarantee an ……………………… (improve) in your English.
Correct Answer
improvementExplanation
The given sentence states that "We guarantee an improvement in your English." The word "improvement" is the correct answer because it directly corresponds to the missing word in the sentence. It completes the sentence by indicating that there will be a positive change or progress in the person's English skills.Rate this question:
- 8.
My grandmother isn’t enjoying her ……………………… (retire). She says she’s bored
Correct Answer
retirementExplanation
The correct answer is "retirement" because the sentence indicates that the grandmother is not enjoying a certain phase of her life and is feeling bored. The word "retirement" fits perfectly in this context as it refers to the period of time when someone stops working and starts enjoying their leisure time.Rate this question:
- 9.
Can you give me a ……………………… (describe) of your bag? What does it look like?
Correct Answer
descriptionExplanation
The question is asking for a description of the bag. The correct answer is "description," which directly answers the question by providing the requested information.Rate this question:
- 10.
You need a lot of ……………………… (confident) to be an actor and perform in front of crowds of people.
Correct Answer
confidenceExplanation
To be an actor and perform in front of crowds of people, one needs a lot of confidence. Confidence is the belief in oneself and one's abilities, which allows actors to overcome stage fright and deliver their best performances. It is essential for actors to have confidence in order to portray characters convincingly and captivate audiences. Without confidence, actors may struggle with nerves and self-doubt, hindering their ability to connect with the audience and deliver a memorable performance.Rate this question:
- 11.
Complete the sentences with words related to the stages of a person’s life. My grandfather’s 70. He’s a ……………………… . He’s retired and lives with his wife in Spain.
- A.
Baby
- B.
Middle-aged
- C.
Senior citizen
- D.
Teenager
- E.
Young adult
Correct Answer
C. Senior citizenExplanation
The correct answer is "senior citizen" because the sentence mentions that the person is 70 years old, retired, and living with his wife in Spain. These details indicate that he is in the stage of life typically associated with being a senior citizen.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Write complete sentences. Use the present simple or the present continuous. you/know/my friend Susie?
Correct Answer
Do you know my friend Susie?Explanation
The given answer is correct because it follows the grammatical structure of the question. The question is asking if the person being addressed knows the speaker's friend Susie. The present simple tense "do you know" is used to inquire about a person's knowledge or familiarity with someone. The question is also formed correctly with the subject "you" followed by the verb "know" and the object "my friend Susie."Rate this question:
- 13.
Jack/not work/on his computer/right now
Correct Answer
Jack isn't working on his computer right now.Explanation
The given statement "Jack/not work/on his computer/right now" indicates that Jack is currently not working on his computer. The answer rephrases the statement in a clear and concise manner, stating that Jack isn't working on his computer right now.Rate this question:
- 14.
We/study/present tenses/this week
Correct Answer
We're studying present tenses this week.,We are studying present tenses this week.Explanation
The correct answer is "We're studying present tenses this week" or "We are studying present tenses this week". Both of these answers correctly convey that the subject (we) is currently engaged in studying present tenses and that this activity is taking place during the current week. The contraction "we're" is a shortened form of "we are" and can be used interchangeably in this context.Rate this question:
- 15.
I'm afraid /I/not understand/this homework
Correct Answer
I'm afraid I don't understand this homework., I am afraid I do not understand this homework.Explanation
The given answer correctly rephrases the statement "I'm afraid I don't understand this homework." It maintains the same meaning and conveys the speaker's uncertainty and lack of comprehension regarding the homework. The use of "I'm afraid" adds a touch of politeness and indicates the speaker's concern about their inability to understand the assignment.Rate this question:
- 16.
Your grandmother/stay/with you/at the moment?
Correct Answer
Is your grandmother staying with you at the moment?Explanation
The answer is correct because it restates the original question accurately. It uses the same words and follows the same sentence structure, making it a suitable response.Rate this question:
- 17.
Complete the sentences with the correct present simple or present continuous form of these verbs. go • have • stay • study • work Our family ……………………… dinner together every evening. I think it’s important.
Correct Answer
hasExplanation
Our family has dinner together every evening. I think it's important.Rate this question:
- 18.
My aunt is 48. She’s a ……………………… woman. She’s a teacher in a secondary school.
- A.
Baby
- B.
Middle-aged
- C.
Senior citizen
- D.
Teenager
- E.
Young adult
Correct Answer
B. Middle-agedExplanation
Based on the information provided, the aunt is 48 years old and works as a teacher in a secondary school. This indicates that she is not a baby, teenager, or senior citizen. A middle-aged person is typically considered to be between the ages of 45 and 65, which fits the aunt's age range. Therefore, the correct answer is middle-aged.Rate this question:
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- 19.
My cousin Mary is 25. She’s a ……………………… . She wants to get married next year.
- A.
Baby
- B.
Middle-aged
- C.
Senior citizen
- D.
Teenager
- E.
Young adult
Correct Answer
E. Young adultExplanation
The correct answer is "young adult." This is because the sentence states that Mary is 25 years old and wants to get married next year. This age range typically falls within the category of a young adult, as individuals in their mid-20s are considered to be transitioning from adolescence to adulthood.Rate this question:
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- 20.
My sister’s 17. She’s a ……………………… . She lives with my mum and stepfather.
- A.
Baby
- B.
Middle-aged
- C.
Senior citizen
- D.
Teenager
- E.
Young adult
Correct Answer
D. TeenagerExplanation
The correct answer is teenager. The passage states that the sister is 17 years old, which falls within the range of teenage years. The mention of living with the mother and stepfather also suggests that she is still dependent on her parents, further supporting the idea that she is a teenager.Rate this question:
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- 21.
My little brother’s one. He’s a ……………………… . He doesn’t sleep much at night!
- A.
Baby
- B.
Middle-aged
- C.
Senior citizen
- D.
Teenager
- E.
Young adult
Correct Answer
A. BabyExplanation
The given answer, "baby," is the correct answer because the statement mentions that the person in question doesn't sleep much at night. This is a characteristic commonly associated with babies, as they often have irregular sleep patterns and may wake up frequently during the night. The other options, such as middle-aged, senior citizen, teenager, and young adult, do not fit the description given in the statement.Rate this question:
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- 22.
- go • have • stay • study • work
Correct Answer
am staying, 'm stayingExplanation
The correct answer is "am staying, 'm staying" because the sentence is referring to a specific time in the future, which is this weekend. In this context, the present continuous tense is used to talk about future plans or arrangements. Therefore, the correct form is "am staying" for the subject "I" and "'m staying" for the contracted form of "I am."Rate this question:
- 23.
- go • have • stay • study • work
Correct Answer
is studying, 's studyingExplanation
The correct answer is "is studying, 's studying" because the sentence is describing the current situation of the cousin. The present continuous tense "is studying" is used to indicate an action that is happening at the moment. The contraction "'s" is short for "is" and is used to show possession or a characteristic. In this case, it is used to show that the cousin is having a great time.Rate this question:
- 24.
- go • have • stay • study • work
Correct Answer
goExplanation
The word "go" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence. The sentence is talking about going on holiday to Spain, which implies traveling or going to a different location. The other options (have, stay, study, work) do not fit the sentence as they do not convey the idea of traveling or going on vacation.Rate this question:
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- go • have • stay • study • work
Correct Answer
worksExplanation
The correct answer is "works". This is because the sentence states that the person's dad is employed in a bank in the city center and drives there every day. The verb "works" is used to describe someone's employment or job.Rate this question:
- 26.
Complete the sentences with a, an, the or no article. Can you turn ……………………… television on? X-Factor is on in five minutes.
- A.
A
- B.
An
- C.
The
- D.
No article
Correct Answer
C. TheExplanation
The correct answer is "the". In this sentence, "the" is used before "television" because it refers to a specific television that the speaker and the listener are both aware of. The sentence is asking if the listener can turn on the specific television that they both know is being referred to.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Jan’s got ……………………… new baby. She’s beautiful!
- A.
A
- B.
An
- C.
The
- D.
No article
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
The correct answer is "a". In this sentence, "Jan" is referring to a specific person, but the baby is not previously mentioned or known to the listener. Therefore, the indefinite article "a" is used to introduce the new baby.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Do you enjoy studying ……………………… English?
- A.
A
- B.
An
- C.
The
- D.
No article
Correct Answer
D. No articleExplanation
In this question, the correct answer is "no article". This is because the question is asking about the general concept of studying English, rather than a specific instance or a particular English subject. When we talk about general activities or preferences, we usually don't use an article. Therefore, "no article" is the appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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- 29.
I’d like to be ……………………… engineer when I’m older.
- A.
A
- B.
An
- C.
The
- D.
No article
Correct Answer
B. AnExplanation
The correct answer is "an". In this sentence, the word "engineer" begins with a vowel sound (/ɪnˈdʒɪˈnɪər/), so we use the indefinite article "an" before it.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Come in! My dad’s in ……………………… kitchen. He’s cooking.
- A.
A
- B.
An
- C.
The
- D.
No article
Correct Answer
C. TheExplanation
The correct answer is "the". In this sentence, the speaker is referring to a specific kitchen, which is the one in their house. "The" is used to indicate a specific noun that both the speaker and the listener are aware of.Rate this question:
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