Copy Of Gateway B1+ Unit 3 Use Of English + Reading
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TuesdayToday has (1) ………… such a busy day! We’ve been getting ready to move to the new house and I’ve had to sort out my bedroom and pack up all my things. I’ve (2) ………… had to do my own packing before and so I didn’t know what to expect. I started sorting through things at 9 am this morning and I (3) ………… haven’t finished. We’ve been in this house (4) ………… ten years and in that time I’ve collected loads of rubbish. I’ve decided to throw clothes away and give them to charity. I’ve (5) ………… packed up ten bags and I haven’t finished (6) …………. Mum (7) ………… in a bad mood all day because the removal lorry can’t get here before two o’clock tomorrow. Dad’s been clearing out the garage and taking rubbish to the tip. He’s (8) ………… come back from his fifth trip to the rubbish tip! This is so stressful.
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Choose the best answer (A, B or C) to complete the diary entry.TuesdayToday has ………… such a busy day! We’ve been getting ready to move to the new house and I’ve had to sort out my bedroom and pack up all my things.
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Be
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Been
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Being
Correct Answer
B. BeenExplanation
The correct answer is "been". The sentence is written in the past tense, and the word "been" is the past participle form of the verb "be". It is used to indicate an action or state that occurred in the past. In this case, the speaker is describing the activities they have been doing to prepare for moving to a new house.Rate this question:
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I’ve ………… had to do my own packing before and so I didn’t know what to expect.
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Ever
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Never
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Always
Correct Answer
B. NeverExplanation
The phrase "I've never had to do my own packing before" indicates that the person has never had the experience of packing before. This suggests that they were unsure of what to expect because they had never done it before. Therefore, the correct answer is "never."Rate this question:
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I started sorting through things at 9 am this morning and I ………… haven’t finished.
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Still
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Just
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Already
Correct Answer
A. StillExplanation
The word "still" is the correct answer because it indicates that the person has been sorting through things since 9 am and has not yet finished. This word implies that there is an ongoing action or state that has not changed.Rate this question:
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We’ve been in this house ………… ten years and in that time I’ve collected loads of rubbish.
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For
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Since
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After
Correct Answer
A. ForExplanation
The word "for" is the correct answer because it indicates the duration of time the speaker has been in the house, which is ten years. The phrase "for ten years" shows that the speaker has been in the house for the entire duration of those ten years, and during that time, they have collected loads of rubbish.Rate this question:
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I’ve decided to throw clothes away and give them to charity. I’ve ………… packed up ten bags and ...
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Already
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Just
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Ever
Correct Answer
A. AlreadyExplanation
The word "already" is the correct answer because it indicates that the speaker has already packed up ten bags of clothes to give to charity. This suggests that the action has already been completed or done in the past. The other options, "just" and "ever," do not fit the context of the sentence and do not convey the same meaning as "already."Rate this question:
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.. and I haven’t finished …………. .
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Already
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Still
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Yet
Correct Answer
C. YetExplanation
The word "yet" is used to indicate that something has not happened or been completed at a specific time, but there is still a possibility for it to happen in the future. In this context, the phrase "and I haven't finished" suggests that the speaker is talking about an unfinished task or activity. Therefore, "yet" is the appropriate word to convey the idea that the speaker has not finished something but there is still a chance for them to do so.Rate this question:
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Mum ………… in a bad mood all day because the removal lorry can’t get here before two o’clock tomorrow.
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Have been
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Has been
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Is
Correct Answer
B. Has beenExplanation
The correct answer is "has been". The sentence indicates that the mother has been in a bad mood all day. The use of "has been" suggests that the bad mood started in the past and is still ongoing at the time of speaking. "Have been" would be incorrect because it is used for plural subjects or for the pronouns "you" and "we". "Is" would also be incorrect because it implies a present state, rather than a continuous action.Rate this question:
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Dad’s been clearing out the garage and taking rubbish to the tip. He’s ………… come back from his fifth trip to the rubbish tip! This is so stressful.
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Just
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Already
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Has
Correct Answer
A. JustExplanation
The word "just" is the correct answer because it indicates that Dad has recently returned from his fifth trip to the rubbish tip. This suggests that the speaker is surprised or frustrated by the frequency of Dad's trips, emphasizing the stress they are feeling.Rate this question:
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Read the article about changing city centres. The headings have been removed from the article. Choose the best headings (A–F) to complete the article. The future of city centres For many of us, getting around in cities has undoubtedly become a great deal easier over the last few years. In the past few decades there had been a growing need for city councils to try and ease the traffic jams that were causing drivers’ frustration and creating problems of air pollution in city centres. Changing the travelling habits of thousands of commuters is not an easy thing to do, but in many places the strategies used to do this have been successful and traffic in city centres has become much more manageable, while air quality has improved. There are several reasons for this.
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Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
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The problems of traffic in our cities.
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Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
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Reducing traffic can be good for business.
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Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
C. The problems of traffic in our cities.Explanation
The correct answer is "The problems of traffic in our cities." This heading is the most suitable because the article discusses the need for city councils to address traffic congestion and air pollution in city centers. It highlights the challenges faced in changing commuting habits and the successful strategies implemented to manage traffic and improve air quality. The heading accurately summarizes the main theme of the article.Rate this question:
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One is the increased use of ‘congestion charges’ for drivers of private vehicles using the roads in city centres. This has not always been a popular solution with motorists who need to travel into the city centre by car every day and don’t want to pay for this. Nevertheless, it has definitely been effective in significantly reducing the amount of traffic traveling through city centres. It has also been successful in improving the air quality in those areas, making them healthier for pedestrians to walk in. Taxi and bus drivers are also happy with the charges as the reduced traffic, which results from them, means they have more freedom to travel through previously busy streets in a reasonable time.
- A.
Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
- C.
The problems of traffic in our cities.
- D.
Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
- E.
Reducing traffic can be good for business.
- F.
Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
D. Changes for car owners - an effective solution?Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that the passage discusses the effectiveness of congestion charges in reducing traffic and improving air quality in city centers. It mentions that while motorists may not be happy with the charges, it has been successful in achieving its goals. The passage also mentions that taxi and bus drivers are happy with the charges as it allows them to travel through previously busy streets more easily. Therefore, the passage suggests that implementing congestion charges for car owners can be an effective solution to reduce traffic congestion in cities.Rate this question:
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Another solution for reducing the volume of traffic in the city centres has been the introduction of pedestrianised zones. In these areas traffic is completely banned, apart from essential vehicles like police cars or vans unloading goods. We were used to seeing some pedestrianised streets in capital cities, for example around historical monuments, but now whole areas in some places have becoming no-car zones. A positive effect of this idea is that it has allowed the culture of street cafés and outdoor markets to flourish. These areas are now pleasant places to socialise and shop because the air is cleaner and the streets are quieter now that traffic is absent.
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Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
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The problems of traffic in our cities.
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Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
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Reducing traffic can be good for business.
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Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
E. Reducing traffic can be good for business.Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that reducing traffic can have a positive impact on business. The explanation provided in the passage supports this idea by stating that pedestrianised zones, where traffic is completely banned, have allowed street cafés and outdoor markets to flourish. The absence of traffic has made these areas more pleasant for socializing and shopping, leading to potential economic benefits for businesses in these zones.Rate this question:
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To enable commuters and visitors to access the town and city centres, many places now operate a ‘park and ride’ system, where travellers leave their cars at a special car park in the city suburbs and are brought into the centre by special buses or coaches. In many cases a large amount of investment has gone into improving public transport services to encourage people to leave their cars at home and travel by bus or train. In the largest cities extensions to rail networks and underground systems have been built and additional bus services have been introduced. Many of these solutions save people money, as well as reducing congestion.
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Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
- C.
The problems of traffic in our cities.
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Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
- E.
Reducing traffic can be good for business.
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Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
F. Public transport solutions.Explanation
The given correct answer is "Public transport solutions." This answer is supported by the information provided in the passage, which discusses the implementation of park and ride systems, investments in improving public transport services, extensions to rail networks and underground systems, and the introduction of additional bus services. These solutions aim to encourage people to use public transportation instead of driving their cars, which can help reduce congestion and save people money. Therefore, "Public transport solutions" is an appropriate explanation for the given answer.Rate this question:
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Some commuters have decided to swap their cars for bicycles! Not only is cycling to work good for their health, it’s also good for the environment. Councils have realised the advantages of encouraging people to use bikes and have put money into creating networks of cycle lanes to encourage more of their citizens to cycle more in greater safety.
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Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
- C.
The problems of traffic in our cities.
- D.
Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
- E.
Reducing traffic can be good for business.
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Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
A. Get fit while travelling!Explanation
The correct answer is "Get fit while travelling!" because it aligns with the main idea of the passage, which is the benefits of cycling to work. The passage mentions that cycling is good for health and the environment, and councils have invested in creating cycle lanes to encourage more people to cycle. The phrase "Get fit while travelling!" captures the idea that cycling can be a way to stay fit while commuting.Rate this question:
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Whilst getting around our cities is now easier than before and the problems of congestion and pollution have been partly alleviated, people are still asking whether we could go further. Ecologists are still demanding that more is done to reduce air pollution and hold up the example of cities in Scandinavia, which are cleaner and greener because of their stricter policies on traffic control.
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Get fit while travelling!
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But have we done enough?
- C.
The problems of traffic in our cities.
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Changes for car owners - an effective solution?
- E.
Reducing traffic can be good for business.
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Public transport solutions.
Correct Answer
B. But have we done enough?Explanation
The answer "But have we done enough?" is the most appropriate because it reflects the main concern raised in the passage. The passage discusses how cities have made progress in reducing congestion and pollution but questions whether more can be done. The answer captures this sentiment by suggesting that there may still be further actions needed to address the issue effectively.Rate this question:
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Read the article again. Are these statements True (T) or False (F)? Getting around cities is now easier than it used to be.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The article states that getting around cities is now easier than it used to be. This implies that there have been improvements in transportation systems or infrastructure that have made traveling within cities more convenient or efficient. Therefore, the correct answer is True.Rate this question:
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Traffic jams and pollution no longer exist.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement claims that traffic jams and pollution no longer exist. This statement is false because traffic jams and pollution are still prevalent in many areas due to increasing population, urbanization, and the number of vehicles on the road. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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Charges for drivers who want to use their cars in city centres have been very popular.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that charges for drivers who want to use their cars in city centres have been very popular. The correct answer is False because the statement does not provide any evidence or data to support the claim that such charges have been popular. Without any supporting information, it is not possible to determine the popularity of these charges.Rate this question:
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Banning traffic completely in some areas has meant that businesses have lost money.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that banning traffic in some areas has resulted in businesses losing money. The correct answer is False because the statement does not provide any evidence or reasoning to support this claim. It is possible that banning traffic in certain areas could actually benefit businesses by reducing congestion and creating a more pedestrian-friendly environment. Without further information, it is not accurate to assume that businesses have necessarily lost money due to the traffic ban.Rate this question:
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All major cities now have a ‘park and ride’ scheme and an underground system.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because not all major cities have both a 'park and ride' scheme and an underground system. While many major cities do have one or both of these transportation options, there are still cities that may have only one or neither of these systems in place. Therefore, the statement is not universally true for all major cities.Rate this question:
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Councils are creating networks of cycle lanes to improve safety for cyclists.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Councils are creating networks of cycle lanes to improve safety for cyclists. This statement is true because many local councils are recognizing the importance of promoting cycling as a sustainable and healthy mode of transportation. By creating networks of cycle lanes, councils aim to provide dedicated spaces for cyclists, separate from motor vehicle traffic, thereby reducing the risk of accidents and improving overall safety for cyclists. These cycle lanes also encourage more people to choose cycling as a means of commuting, which can lead to numerous benefits such as reduced congestion and improved air quality.Rate this question:
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