Gateway B2 U 4 Grammar And Vocabulary
Questions and Answers
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Questions 16-30.
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Questions 1-15.
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Correct the mistakes in the sentences. There are TWO mistakes in each sentence. Type the whole corrected sentence in the box. First time I met Sam he was reading the book about multiple intelligences.
Explanation
The sentence contains two mistakes. First, "First time" should be changed to "The first time" to indicate a specific instance. Second, "the book" should be changed to "a book" because it is not specified which book Sam was reading.Rate this question:
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I enjoy documentaries about famous people more that documentaries about environment.
Explanation
The explanation for the given answer is that the person enjoys watching documentaries about famous people more than documentaries about the environment. This suggests a personal preference for learning about the lives and achievements of notable individuals rather than focusing on environmental topics.Rate this question:
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The exam was such difficult that I will probably get the bad results.
Explanation
The given statement is expressing the difficulty of the exam and the expectation of receiving poor results as a consequence. The word "so" is used to intensify the degree of difficulty, emphasizing the severity of the exam. The phrase "get bad results" indicates the expectation of a negative outcome. Therefore, the correct answer reflects the understanding of the difficulty of the exam and the anticipation of poor results.Rate this question:
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In general, training as the nurse is not more difficult as studying medicine.
Explanation
Training as a nurse is generally considered to be less difficult than studying medicine. While both professions require a significant amount of knowledge and skill, studying medicine typically involves a more extensive and rigorous curriculum. Medical students are required to learn a wide range of subjects, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology, while nursing students focus more on practical skills and patient care. Additionally, medical students often have to undergo longer and more intense training programs, including residency and fellowship programs, whereas nursing programs are typically shorter in duration.Rate this question:
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His performance wasn’t enough good that day to win a final of the tennis tournament.
Explanation
The correct answer is a rephrased version of the original sentence, maintaining the same meaning. It correctly identifies that the performance was not good enough on that particular day to win the final of the tennis tournament.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with ONE word in each gap. The most extraordinary person I’ve ever met has to be my great-grandmother. She’s called Ellie and she’s 98 now, but she doesn’t seem any older ……………………… my grandmother really!
Explanation
The word "than" is used in the sentence to compare the age of the speaker's great-grandmother with the age of their grandmother. It indicates that the speaker's great-grandmother does not seem older in comparison to their grandmother.Rate this question:
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She’s bright and intelligent and her brain still works very fast. She’s always telling me about what she’s seen on TV. She answers all the questions on quiz shows. She’s as good …………………… any of the contestants.
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The thing about Ellie is that she’s always happy and she never complains. ‘Life’s ……………………… short to grumble,’ she says.
Explanation
The word "too" is used to indicate that Ellie's belief about life being too short to grumble is an extreme or excessive viewpoint. It suggests that Ellie not only believes life is short to complain, but she also believes it strongly or excessively.Rate this question:
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She loves hats and whenever she goes out in her wheelchair she wears ……………………… purple and red one. It’s fantastic and suits her very well. She’s given me lots of her old clothes, some dating back 50 years and they’re in perfect condition. I think they must be worth a lot of money.
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It was Ellie who persuaded me to follow my dream of becoming an artist. I shall always be grateful to her for that. She’s ……………………… an amazing lady!
Explanation
The word "such" is used to describe Ellie as an amazing lady. It implies that Ellie possesses qualities or characteristics that make her exceptional or remarkable. The sentence suggests that Ellie's influence and support in pursuing the dream of becoming an artist have had a significant impact, leading the speaker to be grateful to her.Rate this question:
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Complete the email with the correct form of these words. There are two extra words.
- as • early • enough • hard • quick so • too
Explanation
The correct answer is "enough". In the email, the writer mentions that they have a great new line of products but the designer isn't very well-known, so they weren't selling enough units. The word "enough" fits in the sentence to indicate that the quantity of units sold was insufficient.Rate this question:
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- as • early • enough • hard • quick so • too
Explanation
The sentence states that the new boss works harder than just about anybody the speaker knows. This implies that the boss puts in more effort and is more dedicated to their work compared to others. The word "harder" is used to describe the boss's level of work ethic and commitment.Rate this question:
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- as • early • enough • hard • quick so • too
Explanation
The word "so" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and logically in the given sentence. It is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship between the boss working hard and the speaker learning a lot from her. The sentence structure suggests that the speaker is explaining the reason for their learning, and "so" is a common word used to indicate cause and effect.Rate this question:
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- as • early • enough • hard • quick so • too
Explanation
The word "quickly" is the correct answer because the sentence states that the designer is working on new designs all the time, but it takes longer than expected to get them into the shop. This implies that the designer is working efficiently and producing designs quickly, but there are delays in the production or distribution process.Rate this question:
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- as • early • enough • hard • quick so • too
Explanation
The word "earliest" is the correct answer because it is the superlative form of the adjective "early." In the given context, it suggests that the speaker is anticipating the release of someone's new range in the upcoming spring. The use of the superlative form implies that the speaker is looking forward to seeing the range as soon as possible.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with these adjectives. There are two extra options.
- creative • easygoing • good-natured • insecure mature • pushy • stubborn
Explanation
The word "pushy" is the correct answer because it fits the context of the sentence. The sentence states that Uncle Tom is the oldest and he is the typical (1) pushy parent. This implies that Uncle Tom is assertive and tends to be forceful in his parenting style.Rate this question:
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- creative • easygoing • good-natured • insecure mature • pushy • stubborn
Explanation
Uncle James is described as "never tells his children off" and "always very relaxed." These characteristics align with being easygoing, which means being relaxed and not easily upset or bothered.Rate this question:
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- creative • easygoing • good-natured • insecure mature • pushy • stubborn
Explanation
The given sentence describes Uncle Paul as someone who wants everyone to discover their creative side and engage in artistic activities like painting or sculpture. This suggests that Uncle Paul is imaginative and has a creative personality. Therefore, the correct answer is "creative".Rate this question:
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- creative • easygoing • good-natured • insecure mature • pushy • stubborn
Explanation
He won't do anything he doesn't want to do, indicating that he is unwilling to change his mind or be persuaded easily, which aligns with the trait of being stubborn.Rate this question:
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- creative • easygoing • good-natured • insecure mature • pushy • stubborn
Explanation
The word "good-natured" is the correct answer because it fits well with the description given in the passage. The passage mentions that the person being described is similar to the speaker and is someone who everyone says is very (5).... The word "good-natured" implies that the person has a kind and friendly disposition, which aligns with the idea of being liked by everyone.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the text. Marie Curie was one of the most famous scientists of her time. She was born in Poland, but went to live in Paris to study mathematics and physics. There she met her husband, Pierre Curie, and together they conducted investigations/creations into radioactivity.
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Investigations
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Creations
Correct Answer
A. InvestigationsExplanation
Marie Curie and her husband, Pierre Curie, conducted investigations into radioactivity. This suggests that they were studying and researching the phenomenon of radioactivity, rather than creating or inventing something related to it.Rate this question:
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Their work was very dangerous, but eventually they discovered the chemical elements polonium and radium. They were awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1903. Marie’s education/happiness was cut short when Pierre was killed in a tragic accident.
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Education
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Happiness
Correct Answer
B. HappinessExplanation
Marie's education and happiness were both affected by Pierre's tragic accident. However, the given context specifically mentions that her education was cut short, implying that she was unable to continue her studies or pursue further knowledge. On the other hand, her happiness was also impacted by the loss of Pierre, but it does not necessarily mean that she completely lost her happiness. The word "eventually" suggests that despite the tragedy, Marie was able to make significant scientific discoveries and receive recognition, which could have brought her some level of happiness.Rate this question:
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However, she was very easygoing/determined and took over his teaching post, becoming the first woman to teach at the Sorbonne. She devoted herself to continuing their work and eventually won a second Nobel Prize, for Chemistry, in 1911.
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Easygoing
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Determined
Correct Answer
B. DeterminedExplanation
The word "determined" is the correct answer because it accurately describes the woman's attitude and actions. Despite facing challenges and obstacles, she took over the teaching post and devoted herself to continuing their work. This shows a strong sense of determination and perseverance.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with the correct noun form of the words given. My cousin Emma has always wanted to be an (1) ……………………… (act).
Correct Answer
actressExplanation
My cousin Emma has always wanted to be an actress.Rate this question:
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But she was also really good at music and her parents wanted her to go to university to become a classical (2) ……………………… (music) – so that’s what she did.
Correct Answer
musicianExplanation
The passage states that the girl was good at music and her parents wanted her to go to university to become a classical musician, so she pursued that path.Rate this question:
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But she had the dream of going to drama school and as soon as she finished, she went for her first audition. Unfortunately, she was turned down at that school, but they told her that the more work she did, the better her (3) ……………………… (perform) would be.
Correct Answer
performanceExplanation
The given sentence mentions that the person had a dream of going to drama school and immediately after finishing, she went for her first audition. Although she was rejected, the school informed her that the more work she did, the better her (3) performance would be. Therefore, the correct answer is "performance" as it is the missing word that completes the sentence and is consistent with the context of the passage.Rate this question:
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So, even though she was in full-time (4) ……………………… (employ) by then, she continued to practise. She went back a year later and this time she got in.
Correct Answer
employmentExplanation
The sentence mentions that the person was in full-time (4) and then continues with a verb form "employ," indicating that the missing word should be a noun form. "Employment" is the correct noun form that fits in the sentence. It makes sense that even though she was already employed, she continued to practice and eventually got in when she tried again.Rate this question:
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She went back a year later and this time she got in. Now she feels she is moving in the right (5) ……………………… (direct) at last.
Correct Answer
directionExplanation
The word "direct" is the adjective form of the noun "direction." In the given sentence, the woman feels that she is finally moving in the right direction, indicating that she is making progress or heading towards her desired goal.Rate this question:
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She devoted herself to continuing their work and eventually won a second Nobel Prize, for Chemistry, in 1911. She was a modest/frank woman and, despite her success, she continued to face opposition from male scientists.
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Modest
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Frank
Correct Answer
A. ModestExplanation
The word "modest" means having a humble or unassuming attitude. In the given context, the statement mentions that despite her success and winning a second Nobel Prize, she continued to face opposition from male scientists. This suggests that she did not boast or show off her achievements, but rather remained humble and unpretentious. This aligns with the meaning of "modest," making it the correct answer.Rate this question:
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She said, ‘Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are outgoing/gifted for something and that this thing must be attained.’
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Outgoing
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Gifted
Correct Answer
B. GiftedExplanation
The passage suggests that in order to overcome the challenges in life, one must have perseverance and confidence in oneself. The speaker emphasizes the belief that everyone is gifted or talented in some way, and it is important to recognize and strive to achieve that potential. Therefore, the word "gifted" is the correct answer as it aligns with the message of the passage.Rate this question:
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