Copy Of Gateway B2 U 5 Grammar And Vocabulary
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Questions and Answers
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Questions 16-30.
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Questions 1-15.
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. Janet is definitely in New York now because her flight only took four hours.MUSTJanet ……………………… now because her flight only took four hours.
Explanation
Janet must be in New York now because her flight only took four hours.Rate this question:
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I’m sure Marcus hasn’t finished his assignment because I just saw him working on it.CAN’TMarcus ……………………… his assignment because I just saw him working on it.
Explanation
The phrase "can't have finished" is used to express certainty about something that did not happen in the past. In this case, the speaker is sure that Marcus has not finished his assignment because they just saw him working on it. The use of "can't have finished" indicates that it is impossible for Marcus to have completed the assignment based on the recent observation.Rate this question:
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I think you should change your money before you go on holiday.HADYou ……………………… your money before you go on holiday.
Explanation
The correct answer is "had better change." This phrase is used to give strong advice or a strong recommendation. In this context, it suggests that it is important and advisable to change your money before going on holiday.Rate this question:
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It’s quite possible that Mike missed the train because he left work very late.MIGHTMike ……………………… the train because he left work very late.
Explanation
Mike might have missed the train because he left work very late. The use of "might have" suggests that there is a possibility that Mike did not catch the train. The explanation implies that his late departure from work could have caused him to miss the train.Rate this question:
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It wasn’t a good idea to spend so much money on a mobile phone.HAVEYou ……………………… so much money on a mobile phone.
Explanation
The correct answer is "shouldn't have spent". This is because the sentence states that it wasn't a good idea to spend so much money on a mobile phone, suggesting that the speaker regrets their decision. The phrase "shouldn't have spent" indicates that the action of spending the money was not the right thing to do.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with the correct form of a modal verb and the verb given. Our teacher gave us an interesting assignment the other day. We have to give a presentation about inspirational women. We are (1) ……………………… (choose) women from any field – scientists, sportswomen, politicians, artists or even somebody we know personally.
Explanation
The correct answer is "allowed to choose". In this sentence, the modal verb "allowed" is used to express permission or authorization. The students have been given the permission or freedom to choose women from any field for their presentation on inspirational women.Rate this question:
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I’ve decided to do mine about Serena Williams. I love watching tennis but Ithink it (2) ……………………… (be) quite a boring job sometimes. You have to practise for hours on end and you need great discipline.
Explanation
The correct answer "must be" is used to express a strong belief or assumption about something. In this context, the speaker is stating their opinion that being a tennis player, like Serena Williams, requires a lot of practice and discipline. The use of "must be" implies that the speaker is certain or convinced that this is the case.Rate this question:
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Serena grew up in a really poor neighbourhood and she (3) ……………………… (find) it easy but her father was determined that she and her sister Venus were going to be great tennis players. She has won so many tennis tournaments now it’s incredible.
Explanation
The phrase "can't have found" is used to express a strong belief or certainty that something did not happen in the past. In this context, it suggests that Serena did not find it easy to grow up in a poor neighborhood. This is supported by the information that her father was determined for her and her sister to become great tennis players, indicating that their journey to success was not easy. The phrase "has won so many tennis tournaments now it's incredible" further reinforces the idea that Serena's success was not a result of finding it easy, but rather through hard work and determination.Rate this question:
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She (4) ……………………… (work) really hard to come back from her injuries and areally serious illness, too. She is also interested in fashion and the arts.
Explanation
The correct answer is "must have worked, had to work". The sentence talks about the person's determination and effort to come back from injuries and illness. "Must have worked" implies that she definitely put in a lot of effort and hard work. "Had to work" suggests that it was necessary for her to work hard in order to recover. Both phrases emphasize her strong work ethic and determination.Rate this question:
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She will (5) ………………… (do) a lot of work but she could become just as famous for those activities in the future because she is so focused.
Explanation
The correct answer is "have to do, need to do". This is because the sentence is talking about the subject being required or obligated to do a lot of work in the present and in the future. Both "have to do" and "need to do" convey this sense of obligation or necessity.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. 1 We’re not spending all our money now because we want to go to Paris next month.ASIDEWe ……………………… so we can go to Paris next month.
Explanation
We are setting some money aside, are putting some money aside, are setting aside some money, are putting aside some money so we can go to Paris next month.
The original sentence states that the reason for not spending all our money now is because we want to go to Paris next month. The word "aside" indicates that we are saving or reserving some money for a specific purpose, in this case, for the trip to Paris. Therefore, the correct answer options all convey the same meaning as the original sentence by indicating that we are setting or putting some money aside for the trip.Rate this question:
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I spent a lot of money on a new pair of expensive shoes last week.OUTI ……………………… a new pair of expensive shoes last week.
Explanation
The phrase "splashed out on" means to spend a large amount of money on something, especially something that is considered a luxury or indulgence. In this context, the speaker spent a lot of money on a new pair of expensive shoes, which aligns with the meaning of "splashed out on."Rate this question:
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If you look carefully, you can sometimes find some real bargains at street markets.UPIf you look carefully, you can sometimes ……………………… some real bargains at street markets.
Explanation
The phrase "pick up" means to acquire or obtain something, often at a low cost or in a casual manner. In the given context, it suggests that if you observe closely, you may be able to find good deals or inexpensive items at street markets.Rate this question:
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We need to stop spending so much on eating out.BACKWe need ……………………… on eating out.
Explanation
The phrase "to cut back" is the correct answer because it accurately completes the sentence and conveys the intended meaning. It suggests the need to reduce or decrease the amount of money spent on eating out.Rate this question:
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How much did you have to pay for the laptop and printer?COMEHow much did the ……………………… ?
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. Hi Carol,How’s your new school? Hope you’re still enjoying it. I've had a lot of exams recently so I've spent most of my time revising. I (1) ’m allowed/mustn’t to use the computers atschool to revise during breaks so that helps.
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’m allowed
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Mustn’t to
Correct Answer
A. ’m allowedExplanation
The correct answer is "I'm allowed". This is because the sentence is talking about using computers at school to revise during breaks, indicating that the speaker has permission to do so.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. The science test was really hard and I was sure I'd failed but I (2) didn’t have to/needn’t have worried. I got top marks! Anyway, did I tell you I'm going to New York with my mum?We’ve decided to go in December for a shopping trip.
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Didn’t have to
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Needn’t have
Correct Answer
B. Needn’t haveExplanation
The speaker initially thought that they would fail the science test, but they ended up getting top marks. This means that their worry was unnecessary or not needed. The phrase "needn't have" is used to express that something was not necessary in the past, which fits the context of the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "needn't have."Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. I’m really looking forward to it, but I (3) mustn’t/needn’t spend too much because I’m going away again on a school trip in March and I have to save up for that.
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Mustn’t
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Needn’t
Correct Answer
A. Mustn’tExplanation
The correct answer is "mustn't". In this context, the speaker is expressing a prohibition or a rule that they have to follow. They are saying that they are not allowed to spend too much money because they need to save up for a school trip in March. "Mustn't" is used to indicate something that is prohibited or not allowed. "Needn't" would imply that there is no obligation or necessity to spend too much money, but it doesn't convey the sense of prohibition that is present in the sentence.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. I’ll need some new clothes for that trip so I (4) should/ought look for some while we’re inNew York.
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Should
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Ought
Correct Answer
A. ShouldExplanation
The word "should" is the correct answer because it is used to express obligation or advisability. In this context, the speaker is stating that it is necessary or advisable for them to look for new clothes while they are in New York for the trip. The word "ought" could also be a possible answer, but it is less commonly used and may not fit as well in this sentence.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. I will (5) have to/must do lots of extra chores around the house and maybe even find a part-time job, but it will be worth it!Hope to see you soon.Nancy
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Have to
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Must
Correct Answer
A. Have toExplanation
The correct answer is "have to". In this sentence, the speaker is expressing a necessity or obligation to do lots of extra chores and possibly find a part-time job. "Have to" is used to indicate a requirement or duty, whereas "must" is used to express a strong recommendation or personal obligation. Therefore, "have to" is the more appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with one word in each gap. Dear Mr Conway,Thank you for your email regarding the coat that you bought online in our recent (1) ……………………… . I’m sorry to hear that it was not the right size for your father. Unfortunately, we cannot exchange it for another one as that line has now beendiscontinued.
Correct Answer
saleExplanation
The email is addressing a customer named Mr. Conway who bought a coat online during a recent sale. The customer is complaining that the coat was not the right size for his father. The email states that they cannot exchange the coat for another one because the line has been discontinued.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with one word in each gap. However, if you bring the item into the shop, along with the (2) ……………………… , we will be happy to give you a (3) ……………………… or we can exchange it for something else.
Correct Answer
receiptExplanation
If you bring the item into the shop, along with the receipt, we will be happy to give you a refund or we can exchange it for something else.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with one word in each gap. However, if you bring the item into the shop, along with the (2) ……………………… , we will be happy to give you a (3) ……………………… or we can exchange it for something else.
Correct Answer
refundExplanation
If you bring the item into the shop, along with the receipt, we will be happy to give you a refund or we can exchange it for something else.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with one word in each gap. We are offering various special (4) ……………………… at the moment but these offers are only available in store and not online.
Correct Answer
discountsExplanation
We are offering various special discounts at the moment but these offers are only available in store and not online.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with one word in each gap. They represent excellent (5) ……………………… for money and I am sure you will find something suitable.I hope that has answered your query and I look forward to seeing you in our store soon.Kind regards,Annie JonesCustomer Services Manager
Correct Answer
valueExplanation
The word "value" fits into the gap because it completes the phrase "excellent value for money." This suggests that the products or services being offered are of good quality and are reasonably priced. The email is reassuring the recipient that they will be able to find something suitable and is expressing anticipation for their visit to the store.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with these words and phrases. There are two extra options.account • bank charges • cut back • debt • pay back • savings • sell out A: Could you lend me some money? Just till Friday. I’ve got some in my (1) ……………………… but I can’t access it until then because the cheque has only just been paid in. If I take any more out, I’ll be overdrawn and I’ll have to pay (2) ……………………… .
Correct Answer
accountExplanation
The correct answer is "account". In the dialogue, the speaker mentions having money in their account but not being able to access it until Friday. This suggests that they have funds in their bank account, but cannot withdraw or use them until a certain time.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with these words and phrases. There are two extra options.account • bank charges • cut back • debt • pay back • savings • sell out A: Could you lend me some money? Just till Friday. I’ve got some in my (1) ……………………… but I can’t access it until then because the cheque has only just been paid in. If I take any more out, I’ll be overdrawn and I’ll have to pay (2) …………………… .
Correct Answer
bank chargesExplanation
The person asking for money explains that they have some money in their account, but they cannot access it until Friday because a recent cheque deposit is still being processed. If they take out any more money before then, they will be overdrawn and will have to pay bank charges. This suggests that the person is already in debt and taking out more money would incur additional charges from the bank.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with these words and phrases. There are two extra options.account • bank charges • cut back • debt • pay back • savings • sell out B: What do you need it for?A: I really want to get tickets for that concert on Saturday. They will (3) ……………………… really quickly.
Correct Answer
sell outExplanation
A: I really want to get tickets for that concert on Saturday. They will sell out really quickly.
The phrase "sell out" means that all the tickets for the concert will be sold and there will be no more available. The person wants to get tickets for the concert but is concerned that if they don't act quickly, the tickets will be sold out and they won't be able to attend the concert.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with these words and phrases. There are two extra options.account • bank charges • cut back • debt • pay back • savings • sell out B: What’s wrong with your credit card?A: Actually, I got into a bit of (4) ……………………… last year, so I haven’t got one at the moment.
Correct Answer
debtExplanation
The correct answer is "debt". In the dialogue, person A mentions that they got into a bit of debt last year, which is why they don't have a credit card at the moment. This implies that the reason for not having a credit card is due to the debt they accumulated.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with these words and phrases. There are two extra options.account • bank charges • cut back • debt • pay back • savings • sell out B: Hmm. If it was for food, I might lend you some, but you need to learn to manage your money better.A: I know. But I have got the money.B: All right, just this once. But you have to (5) ……………………… the money on Friday or the tickets are mine.A: Thanks. I will. You’re the best brother!
Correct Answer
pay backExplanation
The correct answer is "pay back." In the dialogue, person B agrees to lend person A some money, but with the condition that person A pays it back on Friday. This implies that person A has borrowed money from person B and needs to return it.Rate this question:
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