Copy Of Gateway B1 Unit 4 Test Standard Vocabulary
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Questions and Answers
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Complete the sentences with words for parts of the body.The girl picked up the ring and put it on her ……………………… . ________
Correct Answer
fingerExplanation
The girl picked up the ring and put it on her finger. The word "finger" completes the sentence by providing the missing body part that the ring was put on.Rate this question:
- 2.
The dentist took out one of my ………………………________ yesterday, but it didn’t hurt.
Correct Answer
teethExplanation
The given correct answer is "teeth". The sentence mentions that the dentist took out one of "my" something, indicating that it is a body part that belongs to the speaker. Since the sentence also mentions that it didn't hurt, it suggests that the body part being referred to is teeth, as dental procedures involving the removal of teeth are commonly known to be painless due to anesthesia.Rate this question:
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I wasn’t wearing any shoes when I dropped a heavy box on my foot and broke one of my ……………………… . ________
Correct Answer
toesExplanation
The question states that the person dropped a heavy box on their foot and broke one of their "toes." This means that the person's foot has multiple toes, and one of them got broken due to the accident.Rate this question:
- 4.
I'm wearing a scarf today because I've got a bad cold and a sore ……………………… .________
Correct Answer
throatExplanation
The given answer "throat" fits logically in the sentence as the person is wearing a scarf due to having a bad cold and a sore throat. Wearing a scarf can help protect the throat from cold air and provide some relief.Rate this question:
- 5.
Mel was lifting heavy furniture yesterday and she hurt her ……………………… .________
Correct Answer
backExplanation
Mel was lifting heavy furniture yesterday and she hurt her back. This suggests that Mel experienced an injury or strain in her back as a result of lifting the heavy furniture.Rate this question:
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Complete the sentences with these words. There are two extra words.I need to get some pain ……………………… for this headache.
- A.
Ache
- B.
Aid
- C.
Attack
- D.
Centre
- E.
Killers
- F.
Poisoning
- G.
Waiting
Correct Answer
E. KillersExplanation
I need to get some pain killers for this headache.Rate this question:
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- 7.
You have to go to hospital if you get food ……………………… very badly.
- A.
Ache
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Aid
- C.
Attack
- D.
Centre
- E.
Killers
- F.
Poisoning
- G.
Waiting
Correct Answer
F. PoisoningExplanation
If you get food poisoning very badly, it can be a serious condition that requires medical attention. Food poisoning is caused by consuming contaminated food or water, and it can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In severe cases, it can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, which may require hospitalization for proper treatment and monitoring. Therefore, going to the hospital is necessary when experiencing severe food poisoning.Rate this question:
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- 8.
We were in the ……………………… room for an hour before the doctor saw us.
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Ache
- B.
Aid
- C.
Attack
- D.
Centre
- E.
Killers
- F.
Poisoning
- G.
Waiting
Correct Answer
G. WaitingExplanation
The sentence states that "we" were in a certain room for an hour before the doctor saw "us." The word that fits logically in this context is "waiting." This is because waiting implies that "we" were in the room, presumably a waiting room, for a certain period of time before being seen by the doctor. The other options, such as "ache," "aid," "attack," "centre," "killers," and "poisoning," do not make sense in the given context.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Heart patients usually get pains in their chest, if they are having a heart ……………………… .
- A.
Ache
- B.
Aid
- C.
Attack
- D.
Centre
- E.
Killers
- F.
Poisoning
- G.
Waiting
Correct Answer
C. AttackExplanation
Heart patients usually get pains in their chest if they are having a heart attack. A heart attack occurs when the blood flow to the heart is blocked, usually due to a buildup of plaque in the arteries. This blockage can cause severe chest pain, also known as angina, which is a common symptom of a heart attack. It is important for heart patients to seek immediate medical attention if they experience chest pain, as a heart attack can be life-threatening.Rate this question:
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- 10.
We learned how to do first ……………………… at school last term..
- A.
Centre
- B.
Killers
- C.
Poisoning
- D.
Waiting
- E.
Ache
- F.
Aid
- G.
Attack
Correct Answer
F. AidExplanation
We learned how to do first aid at school last term. This suggests that the topic being discussed is related to a skill or knowledge that was acquired in school. The word "aid" refers to the act of providing assistance or support, especially in a medical or emergency situation. Therefore, it is the most appropriate answer in the given context.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Choose the correct alternatives to complete the sentences.Bird flu is an example of a ________ which can pass from birds to humans.
- A.
Virus
- B.
Flu
Correct Answer
A. VirusExplanation
Bird flu is caused by a specific type of virus called avian influenza virus. This virus primarily infects birds but can also be transmitted to humans, making it an example of a virus that can pass from birds to humans. The term "flu" refers to the disease caused by the virus, while "virus" accurately describes the infectious agent responsible for the transmission.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Leo’s throat is very __________ because of his cold.
- A.
Pain
- B.
Sore
Correct Answer
B. SoreExplanation
Leo's throat is very sore because of his cold. When someone has a cold, it is common for them to experience throat pain or discomfort. The word "sore" accurately describes the condition of Leo's throat in this context.Rate this question:
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- 13.
I’ve got a ____________ in my leg and it hurts when I walk.
- A.
Pain
- B.
Sore
Correct Answer
A. PainExplanation
The word "pain" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the discomfort or unpleasant sensation that the person is feeling in their leg. The sentence indicates that the pain occurs when they walk, suggesting that it could be related to a strain, injury, or another underlying condition. "Sore" could also be a possible answer, but it generally implies a milder discomfort compared to "pain."Rate this question:
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- 14.
Anna hasn’t got __________; it’s just a bad cold.
- A.
Flu
- B.
Virus
Correct Answer
A. FluExplanation
This question is asking for a word that Anna hasn't got, indicating that she is suffering from a bad cold. The correct answer is "flu" because it is stating that Anna does not have the flu, but rather just a bad cold. This suggests that the symptoms she is experiencing are not as severe as those associated with the flu.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Ben’s got a stomach _________ because he ate too many burgers at lunchtime!
- A.
Ache
- B.
Cough
Correct Answer
A. AcheExplanation
Ben has a stomach ache because he ate too many burgers at lunchtime. This suggests that Ben is experiencing discomfort or pain in his stomach as a result of overeating burgers.Rate this question:
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