Copy Of Gateway B1+ Unit 3 Vocabulary + Grammar
Questions and Answers
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Write your text here
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Complete the text with these adjectives. There are two extra adjectives. My town is very old and ……………………… – there are lots of buildings and monuments to look at. It has an old quarter which has lots of bars and restaurants.
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Crowded
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Dirty
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Historic
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Lively
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Modern
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Noisy
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Quiet
Correct Answer
C. HistoricExplanation
The correct answer is "historic" because the text mentions that the town is very old and has lots of buildings and monuments to look at. This indicates that the town has a rich history and is known for its historical significance.Rate this question:
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Complete the sentences with words related to city life.I live in the ……………………… and can cycle to school in the centre in about 20 minutes.
Correct Answer
suburbsExplanation
The correct answer is "suburbs". This word refers to the residential areas that are located on the outskirts of a city. Living in the suburbs allows for a quieter and more spacious environment compared to the busy city center. The fact that the person can cycle to school in the city center in about 20 minutes suggests that they live in a suburban area that is relatively close to the city.Rate this question:
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We live in a ……………………… and have great views. But if the lift isn’t working properly it’s a nightmare!
Correct Answer
block of flatsExplanation
Living in a block of flats can provide great views and a pleasant living environment. However, if the lift in the building is not functioning properly, it can be a nightmare for residents.Rate this question:
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The police say that there is more crime in ……………………… city areas than in the suburbs.
Correct Answer
innerExplanation
The given answer "inner" is correct because it suggests that the police claim there is more crime in inner city areas compared to the suburbs. This implies that urban areas, which are typically more densely populated and have higher poverty rates, may experience higher crime rates. The answer is logical and aligns with common perceptions about crime distribution in urban and suburban areas.Rate this question:
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In many cities, only taxis and buses can drive through the ……………………… , to cut down on pollution.
Correct Answer
city centre, city centerExplanation
In many cities, only taxis and buses are allowed to drive through the city centre or city center in order to reduce pollution. This restriction aims to limit the number of vehicles in the central area, where pollution levels tend to be higher due to congestion. By limiting private cars and encouraging the use of public transportation, cities can help to improve air quality and create a more sustainable urban environment.Rate this question:
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One of the advantages of living in a ……………………… is that you don’t hear much noise from the neighbours.
Correct Answer
detached houseExplanation
Living in a detached house offers the advantage of not hearing much noise from the neighbors. This is because a detached house is not connected to any other houses, which means there are no shared walls or floors. This separation provides a greater level of privacy and reduces the chances of being disturbed by noise from neighboring households.Rate this question:
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At the weekend the atmosphere there is always fun and ………………………. .
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Crowded
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Dirty
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Historic
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Lively
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Modern
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Noisy
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Quiet
Correct Answer
D. LivelyExplanation
The correct answer is "lively." This can be inferred from the phrase "at the weekend" which suggests a time of leisure and enjoyment. The word "fun" further supports this idea. When combined with "always," it implies that the atmosphere is consistently energetic and full of activity.Rate this question:
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I would recommend Donatello’s restaurant as it has great pasta dishes. But on Friday evenings it’s very popular and it gets really ……………………… , so sometimes it’s difficult to get a table.
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Crowded
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Dirty
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Historic
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Lively
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Modern
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Noisy
- G.
Quiet
Correct Answer
A. CrowdedExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "crowded" because the sentence states that on Friday evenings, the restaurant gets really crowded, making it difficult to get a table. This implies that the restaurant is popular and attracts a large number of customers, resulting in a crowded environment.Rate this question:
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Also it’s impossible to have a conversation with your friends because it’s really ……………………… with all the people talking at once.
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Crowded
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Dirty
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Historic
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Lively
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Modern
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Noisy
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Quiet
Correct Answer
F. NoisyExplanation
The correct answer is "noisy" because the sentence states that it is impossible to have a conversation with friends due to all the people talking at once. This implies that there is a lot of noise in the environment, making it difficult to hear and communicate.Rate this question:
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The town centre is very different to the old quarter. It was built quite recently so the buildings are more ………………………, and it has a great shopping centre.
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Crowded
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Dirty
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Historic
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Lively
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Modern
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Noisy
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Quiet
Correct Answer
E. ModernExplanation
The correct answer is "modern" because the passage states that the town centre was built quite recently, indicating that the buildings are newer and more up-to-date. Additionally, the passage mentions that the town centre has a great shopping centre, which is typically associated with modern developments.Rate this question:
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Replace the words in italics with extreme adjectives. The city of Bath is very old. It is a spa town and has some Roman baths and beautiful stone buildings.
Correct Answer
ancientExplanation
The city of Bath is ancient, as it has a long history and has been around for a very long time. It is known for its Roman baths and beautiful stone buildings, which further emphasize its age and historical significance.Rate this question:
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After cycling through the country roads in the rain, our bikes were very dirty.
Correct Answer
filthyExplanation
After cycling through the country roads in the rain, our bikes were very dirty. The word "filthy" is used to describe something that is extremely dirty or covered in filth. In this context, it implies that the bikes were not just dirty, but excessively so, likely due to the combination of rain and dirt from the country roads.Rate this question:
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On the first day of the summer sales the shops were very full. It was impossible to move.
Correct Answer
packedExplanation
The word "packed" accurately describes the situation in the shops on the first day of the summer sales. The word suggests that the shops were crowded and full to capacity, making it difficult for people to move around.Rate this question:
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My last essay was very bad. I wrote it in a rush and it was full of mistakes.
Correct Answer
dreadful, terrible, awfulExplanation
The given answer options "dreadful, terrible, awful" accurately describe the quality of the last essay. These words convey a strong negative sentiment, indicating that the essay was of extremely poor quality. The use of "dreadful, terrible, awful" suggests that the essay was not just bad, but exceptionally so, possibly due to being hastily written and containing numerous mistakes.Rate this question:
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We climbed up to the top of the volcano and when we looked down the views of the landscape around were very pretty.
Correct Answer
stunning, gorgeous, magical, magnificent, fabulousExplanation
The word "stunning" means extremely impressive or attractive, "gorgeous" means very beautiful or attractive, "magical" means having a special, exciting, or mysterious quality that makes something seem wonderful, "magnificent" means very beautiful, impressive, or deserving admiration, and "fabulous" means extremely good or impressive. All of these words describe the views of the landscape as being exceptionally beautiful, impressive, and attractive.Rate this question:
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Complete the sentences with the correct present perfect or past simple form of the verbs given. ……………………… you ……………………… (have) that headache for a long time? You should see a doctor about it.
Correct Answer
Have you had, have hadExplanation
The correct answer is "Have you had, have had." In this sentence, we are talking about a headache that has been going on for a long time. The present perfect form "have had" is used to show that the action started in the past and is still happening or has just recently stopped. The question is asking if the person has experienced this headache for a long time. Therefore, "Have you had" is the correct choice. The second part of the sentence "have had" is used to give advice or make a suggestion to see a doctor.Rate this question:
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Where ……………………… you ……………………… (be)? Your clothes are really dirty!
Correct Answer
have you been, have been, Where have you been?, Where have you beenExplanation
The correct answer is "Where have you been?". This is because the question is asking about the location or whereabouts of the person. The other options do not fit the context of the question. "Have you been" is a statement and not a question. "Have been" is a verb phrase and does not fit as a question. "Where have you been?" is the correct way to ask about someone's location. "Where have you been" is a statement and not a question.Rate this question:
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Where ……………………… you ……………………… (stay) when you were in London earlier this year?
Correct Answer
did you stay, did stay, Where did you stayExplanation
The correct answer is "Where did you stay." This is because the question is asking about the location where the person stayed in London earlier this year. The correct word order for forming a question in the past tense is "did + subject + base form of the verb." Therefore, "did you stay" is the correct question structure. The other options, "did stay" and "Where did you stay," are grammatically incorrect.Rate this question:
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We ……………………… (visit) my cousins while we were in Rome last month.
Correct Answer
visitedExplanation
The correct answer is "visited". In the given sentence, the verb "visited" is the past tense form of the verb "visit". It is used to indicate an action that happened in the past. Since the sentence is referring to an action that took place last month in Rome, the past tense form of the verb is appropriate. Therefore, "visited" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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I have finished the assignment, but I ……………………… (not give) it in yet.
Correct Answer
haven't given, have not givenExplanation
The correct answer is "haven't given" or "have not given". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, which is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still relevant in the present. In this case, the action of giving in the assignment has not been completed yet, so the correct form is "haven't given" or "have not given".Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the dialogue. Amy: Hi, Maria. Sorry I’m late. I’ve .............. Jim with his history homework.
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Helped
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Been helping
Correct Answer
B. Been helpingExplanation
The correct answer is "been helping". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to talk about actions that started in the past and are still ongoing. In this case, Amy is saying that she has been helping Jim with his history homework, indicating that the action started in the past and is still happening.Rate this question:
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Maria: Don’t worry, I’ve only just arrived myself. I’ve ......... in the gym. That’s why I’m so tired.
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Worked out
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Been working out
Correct Answer
B. Been working outExplanation
The correct answer is "been working out". This is because Maria is explaining that she has just arrived and is tired because she has been working out in the gym. The phrase "been working out" indicates that the action of working out started in the past and is still ongoing.Rate this question:
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Amy: I’m really hungry. Shall we have a pizza after the film? Maria: We can go back to my house. I’ve just .............. a chicken and chilli pizza and I’ve got lots of salad at home.
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Bought
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Been buying
Correct Answer
A. BoughtExplanation
Maria suggests going back to her house because she has just bought a chicken and chilli pizza and has lots of salad at home. This implies that she has already purchased the pizza and it is ready to be eaten.Rate this question:
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Amy: That would be great. Thanks. I’ve never .................. a chicken and chilli pizza before.
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Eaten
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Been eating
Correct Answer
A. EatenExplanation
The correct answer is "eaten" because Amy is referring to a specific point in the past where she has never tried a chicken and chilli pizza before. The verb "eaten" is the past participle form of "eat" and accurately describes the action of consuming food in the past.Rate this question:
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Maria: I’m glad that you can come. I’ve ................... enough salad for at least four people.
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Been making
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Made
Correct Answer
B. MadeExplanation
The correct answer is "made". The use of the past tense verb "made" indicates that Maria has already finished making enough salad for at least four people.Rate this question:
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