Copy Of Gateway B1+ Unit 1 Test Standard Use Of English+reading
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Questions and Answers
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Read the email. Hi Jim, I’m on holiday in Spain with Mum and Dad (and my laptop!) and I’m having an amazing time! There are some really nice people here and I’m ……………………… you a photo I took yesterday. That’s me in the middle (of course!). My hair’s quite ……………………… , isn’t it? That’s because of being in the sun all day. The tall boy with the beach ball is Brandon. He’s really crazy about beach volleyball and we play it all the time! Next to him is Mia. She’s rather shy and serious, but she’s very kind. The young girl in front of me is Mia’s sister, Kerry. She looks a bit shy too in the picture, but she isn’t ……………………… . She’s very talkative – not like her sister! I think she looks a lot like Mia. Then on my other side, the short boy with curly, dark hair is Frank. He lives here. Lucky thing! His dad owns the hotel. He’s very ……………………… and tells lots of jokes. He’s also got a sister called Emily, who is the manager of the hotel. She’s very ……………………… and also very intelligent. She isn’t in this picture, but she often ……………………… out with us.So, these are my lovely holiday friends! ……………………… soon and tell me what you’re doing. I’ll see you when I get back next week!All the ……………………… ,Tina Choose the best answer to complete the email. Hi Jim, I’m on holiday in Spain with Mum and Dad (and my laptop!) and I’m having an amazing time! There are some really nice people here and I’m ……………………… you a photo I took yesterday.
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Send
- B.
Sending
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Sends
Correct Answer
B. SendingExplanation
The correct answer is "sending". The email is written in the present tense, indicating that the action of sending the photo is happening at the same time as the email is being written. Therefore, the verb should also be in the present tense, which is "sending".Rate this question:
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- 2.
That’s me in the middle (of course!). My hair’s quite ……………………… , isn’t it? That’s because of being in the sun all day.
- A.
Blonde
- B.
Curly
- C.
Dark
Correct Answer
A. BlondeExplanation
The person in the middle has blonde hair. This can be inferred from the statement "My hair's quite...isn't it? That's because of being in the sun all day." Being in the sun all day can lighten hair color, so it suggests that the person's hair is naturally darker but has become blonde due to sun exposure.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The tall boy with the beach ball is Brandon. He’s really crazy about beach volleyball and we play it all the time! Next to him is Mia. She’s rather shy and serious, but she’s very kind. The young girl in front of me is Mia’s sister, Kerry. She looks a bit shy too in the picture, but she isn’t ……………………… . She’s very talkative – not like her sister! I think she looks a lot like Mia.
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So
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Real
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Really
Correct Answer
C. ReallyExplanation
The word "really" is the correct answer because it is used to describe Brandon's level of craziness about beach volleyball. The sentence states that Brandon is "really crazy" about beach volleyball, indicating a high degree of enthusiasm or passion. The other options, "real" and "so," do not convey the same intensity or level of emphasis as "really" does in this context.Rate this question:
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- 4.
She isn’t in this picture, but she often ……………………… out with us.
- A.
Come
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Is coming
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Comes
Correct Answer
C. ComesExplanation
The correct answer is "comes." The sentence is in present tense, so the verb should also be in present tense. "Comes" is the correct present tense form of the verb "come."Rate this question:
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- 5.
He’s also got a sister called Emily, who is the manager of the hotel. She’s very ……………………… and also very intelligent.
- A.
Handsome
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Ugly
- C.
Attractive
Correct Answer
C. AttractiveExplanation
The correct answer is "attractive". The sentence states that Emily is the manager of the hotel and describes her as "very...". Since the word "intelligent" is mentioned after the blank space, it can be inferred that the missing word should be a positive attribute. "Attractive" fits this description and is a suitable adjective to describe someone's appearance.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Then on my other side, the short boy with curly, dark hair is Frank. He lives here. Lucky thing! His dad owns the hotel. He’s very ……………………… and tells lots of jokes.
- A.
Fun
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Funny
- C.
Serious
Correct Answer
B. FunnyExplanation
The given passage describes Frank as someone who tells lots of jokes, indicating that he has a sense of humor. The word "funny" is used to describe someone who is humorous, which aligns with the description of Frank in the passage. Therefore, the correct answer is "funny."Rate this question:
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- 7.
All the ……………………… ,Tina
- A.
Best
- B.
Love
- C.
Wishes
Correct Answer
A. BestExplanation
The word "best" in the given context suggests that Tina is sending her best wishes to someone. It implies that she wants the recipient to have the best possible outcome or experience.Rate this question:
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- 8.
So, these are my lovely holiday friends! ……………………… soon and tell me what you’re doing. I’ll see you when I get back next week!
- A.
Writing
- B.
You write
- C.
Write
Correct Answer
C. WriteExplanation
The given correct answer is "Write." The question asks for the correct verb to complete the sentence. The sentence is about the speaker's holiday friends and the speaker's intention to contact them soon and find out what they are doing. In this context, the verb "write" is the most appropriate choice as it implies the act of sending a written message to the holiday friends.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Read the article about actors and their work. The headings have been removed from the article. Choose from the headings the one which fits each gap.Actors have lives which sometimes seem completely mad to the rest of us. Sometimes glamorous, metimes chaotic but usually a little bit mad!
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Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
- C.
Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
- F.
The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
F. The crazy world of actorsExplanation
The given answer, "The crazy world of actors," fits well with the description of actors' lives being sometimes glamorous, chaotic, and a little bit mad. This heading captures the essence of the article, highlighting the unique and unconventional nature of the acting profession.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Imagine having a job where you have to take on a new identity every week or month! That’s what actors do. For every play or film, they have to become a different person, often with a different personality and different appearance. One week they’re kind, generous and blonde, and the next week, they’re tall, thin and arrogant! This chameleon existence must create a stressful life for actors. Or does it?
- A.
Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
- C.
Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
- F.
The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
D. Identity changesExplanation
The correct answer is "Identity changes". This is because the passage mentions that actors have to take on a new identity every week or month for different plays or films. They have to become different people with different personalities and appearances. This suggests that one of the challenges or aspects of being an actor is constantly changing one's identity to fit the roles they are playing.Rate this question:
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Actors think about acting their new characters in different ways. Some, like Daniel Day-Lewis or Kate Winslet, use a technique called method acting to ‘live’ the role. They learn everything they can about the new person they are going to become. Then they do everything their character would do. They dress the same, they eat the same things, they talk in the same way and even try to walk like them. The idea is to start ‘thinking’ like the new character. And they don’t behave like this only in the studio or on stage, but they take the character home as well! That must be difficult for the rest of the family! Who’s going to be at breakfast with us today – Mad Max, Macbeth or the President of the USA?
- A.
Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
- C.
Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
- F.
The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
B. Living the roleExplanation
The correct answer is "Living the role." This is because the passage explains how some actors, like Daniel Day-Lewis and Kate Winslet, use method acting to fully immerse themselves in their characters. They learn everything about the character and try to think, behave, and even live like them both on and off the set. This approach allows them to fully embody the role and deliver a more authentic performance.Rate this question:
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Other actors create their characters in different ways. Some say that changing their appearance helps them to become the new person. Costume and make-up are very important, but some actors do even more to change their appearance. Some actors eat more and work out at the gym to put on weight for some parts – like Chris Hemsworth in the Thor films – and then diet to get thin again for the next film! Some grow their hair long or even go bald! Some really good actors can make us believe that they’re taller or stronger than they really are just by the way they act. Others need a bit of help – like Tom Cruise in his high shoes, or Robert Redford, who sometimes had to stand on a box because he’s quite short!
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Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
- C.
Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
- F.
The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
C. Physical changesExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer "Physical changes" is that some actors change their appearance through various physical transformations such as gaining or losing weight, growing or cutting their hair, or even using props like high shoes or standing on a box. These physical changes help them to become the character they are portraying and make their performance more believable. It shows the dedication and commitment of actors to their craft, as they are willing to make these changes to fully embody their roles.Rate this question:
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The best actors are the ones who don’t take their own personality with them into the role. They take on the new identity completely and we don’t think of the actor when we see them, but of the character. Heath Ledger, who died in 2008, was like this. He could change so completely that people don’t immediately think ‘Oh, that’s Heath Ledger’! He could be handsome, ugly, blonde or dark. He could be clever, stupid, funny or serious. He was a master at changing identity.
- A.
Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
- C.
Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
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The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
E. What makes the best actorsExplanation
The passage discusses the qualities that make the best actors, highlighting the ability to take on a new identity completely and not bring their own personality into the role. It mentions Heath Ledger as an example of an actor who was able to change so completely that people didn't immediately recognize him. Therefore, the correct answer is "What makes the best actors."Rate this question:
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Actors have a difficult job and I admire them a lot. Personally, I think it’s quite enough to have just one identity!
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Not a job for me!
- B.
Living the role
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Physical changes
- D.
Identity changes
- E.
What makes the best actors
- F.
The crazy world of actors
Correct Answer
A. Not a job for me!Explanation
The given correct answer, "Not a job for me!", suggests that the speaker does not believe that being an actor is a suitable career for themselves. This is indicated by their statement that they think it is enough to have just one identity, implying that they prefer a more stable and consistent lifestyle rather than constantly assuming different roles and identities as actors do. The phrase "Not a job for me!" reflects their personal opinion and lack of interest in pursuing a career in acting.Rate this question:
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Read the article again. Are these statements True or False? Kate Winslet and Daniel Day-Lewis go and live with the people they want to become on screen.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer, False, is that the statement is not true. The article does not mention anything about Kate Winslet and Daniel Day-Lewis living with the people they want to become on screen.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The writer thinks that an actor’s life can be stressful for the actor's family at times.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The writer believes that an actor's life can be stressful for the actor's family at times. This implies that the demands and pressures of being an actor can have a negative impact on the well-being and relationships of their family members. It suggests that the unpredictable nature of the profession, long working hours, and the constant need to be away from home can create stress and strain on the actor's family.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Chris Hemsworth had to lose weight to play Thor.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This statement is false. In fact, Chris Hemsworth had to gain weight and build muscle to play the role of Thor. He underwent a rigorous training and diet regimen to achieve the desired physique for the character.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Actors might be shorter than we think.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that actors might be shorter than what we perceive them to be. This could be due to various factors such as camera angles, use of props, or the presence of taller co-stars. Additionally, actors often wear shoes with higher heels to appear taller on screen. Therefore, it is plausible that actors may be shorter in reality than they appear on screen, making the statement true.Rate this question:
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- 19.
The best actors are those that maintain their own identities and personalities on stage.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Maintaining their own identities and personalities on stage may not necessarily make an actor the best. The ability to fully embody and portray a character different from oneself is often considered a mark of a skilled actor. The best actors are those who can convincingly transform into various roles and adapt their identities and personalities accordingly, rather than simply relying on their own natural traits. Therefore, the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 20.
The writer of the article would like to be an actor.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement is "The writer of the article would like to be an actor." The correct answer is False. This means that the writer of the article does not want to be an actor.Rate this question:
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