Copy Of Gateway B1+ Unit 8 Vocabulary + Grammar

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1. I was (4) bored / boring after the first half hour and I hadn't looked at how long it was. It was three hours long!

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The correct answer is "bored". In this sentence, the speaker is describing their own feeling, indicating that they were the one who was feeling bored. "Bored" is the correct form of the adjective to describe a person's state of feeling uninterested or lacking excitement. "Boring" is the incorrect form, as it is used to describe something that causes boredom, not a person's feeling.

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Copy Of Gateway B1+ Unit 8 Vocabulary + Grammar - Quiz

This quiz, titled 'Copy of Gateway B1+ Unit 8 Vocabulary + Grammar', assesses key English language skills through tasks such as converting sentences to reported speech and identifying... see moreterms related to various art forms. It is designed to enhance understanding of both vocabulary and grammar. see less

2. Last night, we went to the cinema to see that film that everyone's talking about. I thought it was going to be wonderful, but I was (1) disappointed / disappointing by the acting.

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The correct answer is "disappointed". In this sentence, the speaker is expressing their own feelings about the acting in the film. Since the speaker is the one who is experiencing the feeling of disappointment, the correct form to use is the adjective "disappointed".

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3. I took my younger sister, which was a mistake as she found it quite (2) frightened / frightening.

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In this sentence, the speaker took their younger sister to something or somewhere. The sister's reaction to the experience is described as "quite" something. Since "frightened" is an adjective, it would mean that the sister was already scared before going to the place. However, since the sister found it "quite" something, it implies that the experience itself was the cause of her fear. Therefore, the correct answer is "frightening," which is an adjective that describes something causing fear or being scary.

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4. I thought it was never going to end. At the end, I was so (5) tired / tiring that I nearly fell asleep. I wouldn't recommend that you go and see it!

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The word "tired" is the correct answer because it is used to describe the speaker's own state at the end of the event. The speaker felt exhausted and almost fell asleep, indicating that they were physically and mentally drained. The word "tiring" would be incorrect in this context because it is an adjective used to describe something that causes fatigue or weariness in others.

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5. Complete the sentences with these words related to the arts. There are two extra words. I don't always understand ……………………… paintings, but they can be very beautiful.  

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Abstract paintings are often difficult to understand because they do not represent recognizable objects or scenes. Instead, they use shapes, colors, and forms to convey emotions or ideas. Despite their lack of clear meaning, abstract paintings can still be visually appealing and evoke a sense of beauty.

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6. Shall we go to the ……………………… of Impressionist paintings at the gallery? It's on until next month.

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The question is asking where should they go to see Impressionist paintings at the gallery. The word "exhibition" refers to a public display of artwork, which fits the context of the question. The other options such as "abstract," "audience," "cast," "landscape," "lyrics," and "stage" do not relate to the display of paintings at a gallery. Therefore, "exhibition" is the correct answer.

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7. Mike had told me that it was a great film, which is (3) surprised / surprising as he usually recommends very good films.

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The correct answer is "surprising". In this sentence, the word "surprising" is used to describe Mike's behavior of recommending a great film instead of his usual recommendation of very good films. The use of the present participle form suggests that this behavior goes against the speaker's expectation, making it surprising.

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8. Can you remember the ……………………… to the band's new song? I want to learn all the words.

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The given question is asking for the term that refers to the words of a song. The correct answer is "lyrics" because lyrics are the specific words that make up a song's composition. The other options such as abstract, audience, cast, exhibition, landscape, and stage do not specifically relate to the words of a song. Therefore, "lyrics" is the most appropriate answer in this context.

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9. Anna:  Did they ask you where you (3) ………………………..… (live)?

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The question is asking if someone asked Anna where she lives. The correct answer is "lived, live" because the verb "ask" is in the past tense, so the correct form of the verb "live" should also be in the past tense, which is "lived." The second blank should be filled with the base form of the verb "live" because it is part of the question being asked.

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10. Is Dan in the ……………………… of the play? I can't see his name in the list of actors in the programme.

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The question is asking if Dan is in the cast of the play. The person asking the question cannot find Dan's name in the list of actors in the programme, suggesting that he is not part of the cast.

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11. I would be much too nervous ever to go on ………………… in a play!

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The phrase "go on stage in a play" refers to performing in front of an audience as part of a theatrical production. The speaker mentions being too nervous to do this, indicating a fear or discomfort with public performance. Therefore, the correct answer is "stage," as it is the location where actors perform in a play.

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12. A ……………………… makes pictures with paint.

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A painter is someone who creates pictures using paint. They are skilled in using various techniques and tools to apply paint to a surface, such as a canvas or wall, to create a visual representation of their subject. Painters often use brushes, palettes, and different types of paint to achieve the desired effect in their artwork. They may specialize in different styles or genres of painting, such as landscapes, portraits, or abstract art. Overall, a painter is an artist who expresses their creativity and vision through the medium of paint.

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13. An ……………………… pretends to be someone else on stage.

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An actor is someone who pretends to be someone else on stage. They portray different characters and assume their roles during performances.

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14. Molly:  I went for an interview for a weekend job yesterday at the local supermarket. Anna:  Hey, well done! Was it a difficult interview? Did they ask you many questions? Molly:  Yes, they did. First of all, they asked me what school I (1) …………………………….… (go) to.

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The correct answer is "went". In the conversation, Molly is talking about a past event, specifically her interview yesterday. Therefore, the appropriate verb form to use is the simple past tense "went", indicating that she went to a particular school in the past. The other options, "had gone" and "'d gone", are not suitable in this context as they imply a past perfect tense or a contraction of "had gone", which would not be grammatically correct in this sentence.

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15. A ……………………… directs the orchestra.

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A conductor is a person who directs the orchestra. They are responsible for leading the musicians, setting the tempo, and interpreting the music. They use hand gestures and body movements to communicate with the musicians and ensure that everyone plays together in harmony. The conductor plays a crucial role in shaping the performance and bringing the music to life.

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16. A ……………………… works with stone or wood.

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A sculptor is an artist who works with stone or wood to create sculptures. They use various tools and techniques to shape and carve these materials into beautiful and meaningful artworks. Sculptors have been practicing their craft for centuries, creating masterpieces that range from small figurines to large monuments. Their ability to transform raw materials into intricate and detailed sculptures is a testament to their skill and creativity.

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17. 'I've never been to an exhibition of sculptures.' My mum said she …………………………………………… .

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The correct answer is "had never been to an exhibition of sculptures." This is because the phrase "I've never been" indicates that the speaker is referring to a past experience. The past perfect tense "had never been" is used to express an action that occurred before another past action or time. Therefore, it is the most appropriate option to complete the sentence in a grammatically correct and coherent manner.

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18. Complete the sentences with the words for artists.  A ……………………… writes music.

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An artist who writes music is commonly referred to as a composer or a musician. Composers are skilled in creating original musical pieces, while musicians are individuals who perform music using their voice or instruments. Both composers and musicians play a crucial role in the creation and interpretation of music, showcasing their creativity and talent in different ways.

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19. Anna:  And what did you say? Molly:  I said that I (2) ……………………….……… (study) at Hill's Road School for six years, of course.

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20. 'My sister wrote at least 15 postcards on holiday.' Helen said her sister …………………………………………………….

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The correct answer is "had written at least 15 postcards on holiday., had written at least 15 postcards on holiday". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, indicating that the action of writing the postcards has already been completed. The use of "had written" emphasizes that the action occurred before the time of speaking. The phrase "at least 15 postcards" suggests that the sister may have written even more postcards, but the minimum number is 15.

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21. Anna:  What did you say? Molly:  I told them that I (5) ……………………….……… (just/start) looking.

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Molly is explaining to Anna what she said to someone else. She is referring to a past event, indicating that she had recently begun doing something. The correct answer "had just started" and "'d just started" both convey this meaning.

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22. The teacher told us to don't write in our books.

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The correct answer is grammatically correct and follows the standard rule of using "not" to form a negative sentence. In English, the word "don't" is a contraction of "do not," and it is used to form negative imperatives. However, in this case, the teacher's instruction is reported speech, and the correct form is to use "not" after the verb "told." Therefore, the sentence "The teacher told us not to write in our books" is the correct and more formal way to express the instruction given by the teacher.

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23. Sophie told her sister to being careful.

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The correct answer is "Sophie told her sister to be careful." This is the correct answer because the verb "told" is followed by the infinitive form of the verb "be," which is "to be." This is the correct construction to use when giving someone an instruction or command.

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24. Rewrite the sentences in reported speech.  'Janine has never seen a performance of a Shakespeare play.'       She said she ………………………………………………………………… .

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She said she had never seen a performance of a Shakespeare play.

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25. Matt said that he has seen Jan at the gig last month.

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The correct answer is "Matt said that he had seen Jan at the gig last month., Matt said that he'd seen Jan at the gig last month." This is because the sentence is talking about an event that occurred in the past (last month), so the past perfect tense "had seen" is used to indicate that the action of seeing Jan happened before the time of speaking. The contraction "he'd" is also correct, as it is a contraction of "he had."

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26. I asked Bradley what was the film like.

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The given answer is correct because it follows the correct word order and grammar rules. In reported speech, the question word "what" is placed before the subject "the film" and the verb "was." Additionally, the verb "asked" is used to indicate that the speaker is asking a question.

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27. 'I'm going to do some research on the arts project with Tony tomorrow.' He said she ………………………………………………………………… .

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The correct answer is a repetition of the statement made by the speaker. It accurately reflects the future plans of the speaker to do research on the arts project with Tony the next day.

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28. Correct the mistakes in the sentences. Greg told that he loved hip-hop music.

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The correct answer is "Greg told me that he loved hip-hop music., Greg said that he loved hip-hop music." This is because when reporting someone's words, we use the verbs "tell" or "say" followed by the indirect object (me) and then the reported statement. In this case, since Greg's words are being reported to someone (me), the correct sentence would be "Greg told me that he loved hip-hop music." Additionally, "Greg said that he loved hip-hop music" is also correct as it follows the same structure.

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29. Molly:  Yes, I had to put that on a form. They also asked me how long I (4) ……………………….…… (look for) work.

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The correct answer is "had been looking for, 'd been looking for." The sentence is in the past tense, indicating that Molly is talking about a past event. The phrase "had been looking for" is the correct past perfect continuous tense to describe the duration of Molly's search for work. The contraction "'d" is short for "had" and is used in the second part of the sentence to maintain consistency in verb tense.

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30. 'We'll see both of you outside the swimming pool at 6.30 this evening.' They said they ………………………………………………………...…… .

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The correct answer is "would see both of us outside the swimming pool at 6.30 that evening., would see both of us outside the swimming pool at 6.30 that evening, 'd see both of us outside the swimming pool at 6.30 that evening." This is because the original statement is in the future tense, indicating that the action of seeing both individuals outside the swimming pool will happen later. The options "would see" and "'d see" are both ways of expressing the future in a more polite or informal manner.

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I was (4) bored / boring after the first half hour and I hadn't looked...
Last night, we went to the cinema to see that film that everyone's...
I took my younger sister, which was a mistake as she found it quite...
I thought it was never going to end. At the end, I was so (5) tired /...
Complete the sentences with these words related to the arts. There are...
Shall we go to the...
Mike had told me that it was a great film, which is (3) surprised /...
Can you remember the...
Anna:  Did they ask you where you (3)...
Is Dan in the...
I would be much too nervous ever to go on...
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Molly:  I went for an interview for a weekend job yesterday at...
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'I've never been to an exhibition of sculptures.' ...
Complete the sentences with the words for artists.  ...
Anna:  And what did you say? ...
'My sister wrote at least 15 postcards on holiday.' ...
Anna:  What did you say? ...
The teacher told us to don't write in our books.
Sophie told her sister to being careful.
Rewrite the sentences in reported speech. ...
Matt said that he has seen Jan at the gig last month.
I asked Bradley what was the film like.
'I'm going to do some research on the arts project with Tony...
Correct the mistakes in the sentences. ...
Molly:  Yes, I had to put that on a form. They also asked me how...
'We'll see both of you outside the swimming pool at 6.30 this...
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