Gateway A 2 Unit 1 Test. Vocabulary
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Pre-intermediate
Questions and Answers
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the sentences.I do/make my homework in my bedroom before dinner.
- A.
Do
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Make
Correct Answer
A. DoExplanation
The correct answer is "do" because "do" is the appropriate verb to use when referring to completing or performing an action or task, such as homework. In this context, "do" indicates that the person is actively engaging in the task of completing their homework in their bedroom before dinner. "Make" would not be the correct verb choice in this sentence as it does not accurately convey the action of completing homework.Rate this question:
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- 2.
My sister does/has lunch in the school cafeteria.
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Does
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Has
Correct Answer
B. HasExplanation
The correct answer is "has" because the sentence is referring to a habitual action, indicating that the sister regularly eats lunch in the school cafeteria.Rate this question:
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- 3.
We study geography/physics on Thursdays. I love learning about different countries.
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Geography
- B.
Physics
Correct Answer
A. GeograpHyExplanation
The given statement indicates that the person studies geography and physics on Thursdays. However, the person expresses their love for learning about different countries, which aligns more with the subject of geography rather than physics. Therefore, the correct answer is geography.Rate this question:
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John is very good at art/maths. He likes solving problems with numbers.
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Art
- B.
Maths
Correct Answer
B. MathsExplanation
John is very good at maths because he enjoys solving problems with numbers. This indicates that he has a strong aptitude for mathematics and likely possesses the skills and knowledge required to excel in this subject. On the other hand, there is no information provided about John's proficiency or interest in art, so it cannot be concluded that he is good at art.Rate this question:
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- 5.
I usually finish/go to bed when I’m tired.
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Finish
- B.
Go
Correct Answer
B. GoExplanation
The correct answer is "go" because the sentence is talking about the speaker's bedtime routine. The word "usually" indicates a habitual action, and the speaker states that they go to bed when they are tired. This implies that "go" is the appropriate verb to use in this context, as it aligns with the action of going to bed when feeling tired.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Complete the sentences with words for places to go in a town. There’s a really nice …………………………………………… near my school. Sometimes we go swimming on the way home. ________
Correct Answer
swimming poolExplanation
There's a really nice swimming pool near my school. Sometimes we go swimming on the way home.Rate this question:
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When I want to read a book, I don’t buy one. I go to the …………………………………………… instead.________
Correct Answer
libraryExplanation
The correct answer is "library" because the sentence states that when the person wants to read a book, they don't buy one, but instead go to the library. This implies that the library is the place where they can access books to read.Rate this question:
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My dad takes me to the …………………………………………… when it rains. We like learning about the history of our town.________
Correct Answer
museumExplanation
The blank in the sentence is most likely filled with the word "museum" because the sentence mentions that the speaker's dad takes them to a place when it rains, and they enjoy learning about the history of their town. A museum is a common place to visit to learn about the history of a town or city.Rate this question:
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The …………………………………………… near our house is very big. It has lots of shops.________
Correct Answer
shopping centre, shopping mallExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "shopping centre, shopping mall". Both terms refer to a large establishment with multiple shops. These places are typically found near residential areas and offer a variety of retail options for consumers. They are known for their spaciousness and the wide range of stores they house.Rate this question:
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The …………………………………………… in our town is fantastic. We often have picnics there in summer. ________
Correct Answer
parkExplanation
The blank in the sentence refers to a place in the town that is fantastic. The speaker mentions having picnics there in summer, which suggests that it is an outdoor location. The most suitable option to fill in the blank is "park" as it is a common place for picnics and is often associated with being fantastic due to its natural beauty and recreational activities.Rate this question:
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Complete the sentences with the correct form of these verbs. There are two extra options. go • listen • make • play • surf • take • watch She …………………………………… shopping at the weekend.________
Correct Answer
goesExplanation
She goes shopping at the weekend.Rate this question:
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I …………………………………… the Internet in the evening.________
Correct Answer
surfExplanation
The correct answer is "surf". This is because the phrase "surf the Internet" is a commonly used expression that means to browse or search the internet. In this context, the person is engaging in the activity of surfing the internet specifically in the evening.Rate this question:
- 13.
He …………………………………… the guitar. ________
Correct Answer
playsExplanation
The correct answer is "plays." This answer is appropriate because it completes the sentence and makes grammatical sense. The verb "plays" is the correct form to use when referring to someone performing on the guitar.Rate this question:
- 14.
They …………………………………… films on their computer.________
Correct Answer
watchExplanation
The word "watch" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and semantically in the sentence. The sentence structure suggests that the subject "They" is performing the action of watching films, and the verb "watch" is the appropriate verb to describe this action.Rate this question:
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I don’t like …………………………………… photos of people.________
Correct Answer
takingExplanation
The correct answer is "taking". In this sentence, the phrase "I don't like" indicates a dislike or preference against something. The word "photos" indicates that the dislike is directed towards a type of photography. The phrase "of people" specifies that the dislike is specifically towards photos that include people. Therefore, the word "taking" fits logically as it refers to the action of capturing or shooting photos.Rate this question:
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