Copy Of Gateway B1 Unit 5 Test Standard Vocabulary

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1. I usually watch the TV for an hour or two every day. I only  switch on/switch off  the TV when I know there is something I want to watch.

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The correct answer is "switch on" because the sentence states that the person only turns on the TV when they know there is something they want to watch. This implies that they are in control of when the TV is turned on, suggesting that "switch on" is the appropriate action.

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This quiz, titled 'Copy of Gateway B1 Unit 5 Test standard Vocabulary', assesses knowledge of television-related vocabulary. It includes selecting correct words to complete sentences about TV habits and preferences, enhancing understanding of language used in media contexts.

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2. However, I don't like many other programmes, especially  reality shows/the news. There are too many of them and nothing interesting ever happens.

Explanation

The given passage states that the person does not like many other programs, especially reality shows and the news. They feel that there are too many reality shows and nothing interesting ever happens in them. Therefore, the correct answer is "reality shows" because the person specifically mentions their dislike for them.

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3. It's about a group of dogs. I laughed all the way through – it was so ………………………

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The given correct answer for this question is "funny". This suggests that the person found the story about the group of dogs amusing and it made them laugh throughout.

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4. I try to watch the news/adverts because I think it's important to knowwhat's happening in the world.

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The correct answer is "the news" because the person mentioned that they try to watch the news because they think it's important to know what's happening in the world. This indicates that they prioritize staying informed about current events and updates.

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5. I also like watching cookery programmes/documentaries, especially onesabout space and the natural world.

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The given statement mentions that the person enjoys watching cookery programmes and documentaries, particularly those about space and the natural world. Since the question asks for an explanation for the answer "documentaries," it can be inferred that the person's preference for documentaries is highlighted in the statement. Therefore, the correct answer is "documentaries."

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6. It's got Angelina Jolie in it. Everyone wants to see it. It's very ………………………

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The given correct answer is "popular" because the statement mentions that the movie has Angelina Jolie in it, which suggests that it is likely to attract a lot of attention and interest from people. The use of the phrase "Everyone wants to see it" further supports the idea that the movie is highly popular and in-demand.

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7. When they come on, I get the  remote control/channel and switch it off!

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The correct answer is "remote control" because the sentence states that when "they" come on, the speaker grabs the remote control and switches it off. This implies that the remote control is used to control the device or channel that "they" are referring to.

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8. I'm going to have a nice ……………………… bath and read my book.

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The word "relaxing" is the correct answer because it fits logically with the context of the sentence. The speaker mentions having a nice bath and reading a book, both of which are activities associated with relaxation. Therefore, it can be inferred that the speaker intends to have a relaxing bath and read their book.

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9. It's a documentary about the language of monkeys. It's really interesting and ………………………

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The given correct answer for this question is "informative". This is because the documentary is described as being about the language of monkeys, which suggests that it provides information and knowledge about this topic.

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10.  It's about the longest train journey in the world. I fell asleep it was so ………………………

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The given correct answer for this question is "boring". This suggests that the longest train journey in the world was not exciting or interesting. It implies that the person who fell asleep during the journey found it uneventful and dull.

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11. The directions you gave me were ……………………… . I couldn't understand them and I got completely lost.

Explanation

The person is stating that the directions they were given were confusing, which caused them to become lost.

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12. It's about a girl and she dies at the end. I cried and cried. It was really ………………………

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The given correct answer for this question is "moving" because the statement mentions that the person cried and cried, indicating that the story had a strong emotional impact on them. This suggests that the story touched their heart and evoked deep emotions, making it a moving experience for them.

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13. I find English lessons very ……………………… . They're late in the evening and I've usually been at school all day.

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The given statement suggests that the speaker finds English lessons exhausting or fatiguing. This is because the lessons are scheduled in the late evening, after the speaker has already been at school for the entire day. The combination of a long day at school and the late timing of the English lessons makes them tiring for the speaker.

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14. I'm ……………………… that you didn't recognise her. You've met her before, haven't you?

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The speaker is expressing their surprise that the person they are speaking to did not recognize someone. They mention that the person they are referring to has been met before, implying that it is unexpected for the person to not recognize her.

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15. I'm ……………………… that you don't want to join the drama group. I think we'd have a great time. 

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The speaker is expressing their emotions towards the person's decision of not wanting to join the drama group. The word "disappointed" indicates that the speaker had high hopes or expectations of the person joining the group and is now let down by their decision. The word "surprised" suggests that the person's decision was unexpected or caught the speaker off guard. The speaker believes that joining the drama group would have been enjoyable and is expressing their disappointment and surprise at the person's choice.

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I usually watch the TV for an hour or two every day. I only...
However, I don't like many other programmes, especially  reality...
It's about a group of dogs. I laughed all the way through – it...
I try to watch the news/adverts because I think it's important to...
I also like watching cookery programmes/documentaries, especially...
It's got Angelina Jolie in it. Everyone wants to see it. It's very...
When they come on, I get the  remote control/channel and switch...
I'm going to have a nice...
It's a documentary about the language of monkeys. It's really...
 It's about the longest train journey in the world. I fell asleep...
The directions you gave me were...
It's about a girl and she dies at the end. I cried and cried. It was...
I find English lessons very...
I'm...
I'm...
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