Use Of English Unit 4 Gateway B2 Quiz

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    What is the comparative form of the adjective "easy"?

    • Easier
    • More easy
    • Easiest
    • Most easy
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Do you think you have a good grasp of English grammar? Well, hold your horses! This Use of English Unit 4 Gateway B2 Quiz is not about simple tenses and subject-verb agreement. We are diving deep into the nitty-gritty of the English language, the kind of stuff that separates casual English speakers from the pros.

Get ready to tackle tricky word formations, confusing phrasal verbs, and those pesky keyword transformations that make you want to pull your hair out. This Use of English Unit 4 Gateway B2 Quiz will put your knowledge to the test and help you identify those sneaky areas where you might need a little extra practice.

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  • 2. 

    Complete the sentence: "She is ______ intelligent than her brother."

    • Most

    • Much

    • Many

    • More

    Correct Answer
    A. More
    Explanation
    The correct sentence is "She is more intelligent than her brother." Comparative adjectives with two or more syllables generally use "more" before the adjective instead of adding "-er." This structure maintains clarity and avoids awkward pronunciation.

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  • 3. 

    Complete the sentence: "The more you practice, ______ you will become."

    • The best

    • The better

    • The good

    • The well

    Correct Answer
    A. The better
    Explanation
    The correct sentence is "The more you practice, the better you will become." This structure, known as a parallel comparative, expresses a cause-and-effect relationship between two actions. As one thing increases (practice), the other also increases (skill level). It highlights a direct correlation between effort and improvement.

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  • 4. 

    What is the opposite of "optimistic"?

    • Sad

    • Angry

    • Pessimistic

    • Happy

    Correct Answer
    A. Pessimistic
    Explanation
    The opposite of "optimistic" is "pessimistic." Optimistic describes a positive outlook, expecting favorable outcomes. In contrast, pessimistic reflects a negative outlook, anticipating unfavorable outcomes. These opposing terms represent contrasting attitudes toward future events and situations.

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  • 5. 

    Which word is a synonym for "difficult"?

    • Challenging

    • Simple

    • Basic

    • Happy

    Correct Answer
    A. Challenging
    Explanation
    The word "challenging" is a synonym for "difficult." Both words describe something that requires considerable effort, skill, or resilience to overcome. They imply an obstacle or task that tests one's abilities.

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  • 6. 

    What is the noun form of the verb "succeed"?

    • Success

    • Successful

    • Succession

    • Successfully

    Correct Answer
    A. Success
    Explanation
    The noun form of the verb "succeed" is "success." Nouns name people, places, or things, and in this case, "success" represents the state or condition of achieving a desired aim. It signifies the accomplishment of an objective or goal.

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  • 7. 

    Complete the sentence: "I wish I ______ more time to study."

    • Have

    • Will have

    • Had

    • Am having

    Correct Answer
    A. Had
    Explanation
    The correct sentence is "I wish I had more time to study." "Wish" followed by the past tense expresses a desire for something contrary to the present reality. It indicates a longing for a different situation.

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  • 8. 

    Which word means "to understand something completely"?

    • Grasp

    • Grab

    • Grip

    • Group

    Correct Answer
    A. Grasp
    Explanation
    The word "grasp" means to understand something completely. It implies a firm mental hold on a concept or idea. For example, "After careful study, she finally grasped the complex theory." It can also refer to physically holding something firmly, but in this context, it signifies comprehension.

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  • 9. 

    What is the past participle of the verb "eat"?

    • Eat

    • Ate

    • Eaten

    • Eating

    Correct Answer
    A. Eaten
    Explanation
    The past participle of the verb "eat" is "eaten." Past participles are used with auxiliary verbs like "have" to form perfect tenses, describing completed actions. The past participle of regular verbs is formed by adding "-ed," but "eat" is irregular.

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  • 10. 

    Which phrasal verb means "to postpone"?

    • Put off

    • Take off

    • Get off

    • Set off

    Correct Answer
    A. Put off
    Explanation
    The phrasal verb "put off" means to postpone or delay something. It implies a decision to move an action or event to a later time. For instance, "They decided to put off the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances." Phrasal verbs combine a verb with a preposition or adverb, changing the original meaning of the verb.

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