Gateway A2 Unit 8 Vocabulary
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Complete the sentences with the correct answer. There are two extra options. Jack is always ……………………… , even when it’s raining or his football team loses.
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Cheerful
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Hard-working
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Intelligent
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Kind
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Lazy
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Quiet
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Serious
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This quiz, titled 'Gateway A2 Unit 8 Vocabulary', assesses understanding of English vocabulary related to emotions and states of being. It challenges learners to complete sentences with contextually appropriate words, enhancing their language comprehension and usage skills.
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Complete the sentences with the correct answer, A, B or C.I’m so ……………………… . There’s nothing to do and all my friends are away on holiday.
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Surprised
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Bored
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Tired
Correct Answer
A. BoredExplanation
The correct answer is "bored". The person is feeling bored because there is nothing to do and all their friends are away on holiday.Rate this question:
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What makes me ……………………… ? When my sister takes my things without asking!
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Frightened
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Worried
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Angry
Correct Answer
A. AngryExplanation
The given answer "angry" is the most appropriate response to the situation described in the question. When someone takes our things without asking, it is natural to feel angry because it is a violation of personal boundaries and can be seen as disrespectful. This emotion is often triggered when our rights or possessions are infringed upon, making anger a valid and understandable reaction in this scenario.Rate this question:
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You look really ……………………… just lying there in the sun with your book.
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Relaxed
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Stressed
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Disappointed
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A. RelaxedExplanation
The correct answer is "relaxed" because the phrase "just lying there in the sun with your book" suggests a leisurely and peaceful activity. The word "relaxed" accurately describes the state of being calm and at ease while enjoying a book under the sun.Rate this question:
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The story in the film was really difficult to understand.I felt totally ……………………… at the end.
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Worried
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Confused
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Interested
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A. ConfusedExplanation
The correct answer is "confused" because the person felt completely lost or unable to comprehend the story in the film.Rate this question:
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I’m really ……………………… . I passed all my exams and now my mum is taking me out to celebrate!
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Sad
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Relaxed
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Happy
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A. HappyExplanation
The person is expressing excitement and joy because they passed all their exams and their mom is taking them out to celebrate. This indicates that they are feeling happy about their achievements and looking forward to a fun outing with their mom.Rate this question:
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Megan’s mum is very ……………………… . She always tries to help us.
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Cheerful
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Hard-working
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Intelligent
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Kind
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Lazy
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Quiet
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Serious
Correct Answer
A. KindExplanation
Megan's mum is described as "kind" because she always tries to help others. This suggests that she is caring, considerate, and compassionate towards others.Rate this question:
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Tom is a/an ……………………… person. He doesn’t say much.
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Cheerful
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Hard-working
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Intelligent
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Kind
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Lazy
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Quiet
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Serious
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A. QuietExplanation
Tom is described as a "quiet" person because he doesn't say much. This suggests that he tends to be reserved and prefers to keep to himself rather than engaging in conversation or being talkative.Rate this question:
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My younger brother is very ……………………… . He never does the dishes or takes the rubbish out.
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Cheerful
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Hard-working
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Intelligent
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Kind
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Lazy
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Quiet
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Serious
Correct Answer
A. LazyExplanation
The given correct answer is "lazy". This is because the sentence states that the younger brother never does the dishes or takes the rubbish out, indicating a lack of motivation or effort in completing these tasks.Rate this question:
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Kate’s sister is very ……………………… . She knows a lot about everything!
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Cheerful
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Hard-working
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Intelligent
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Kind
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Lazy
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Quiet
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Serious
Correct Answer
A. IntelligentExplanation
Kate's sister is described as "knowing a lot about everything." This suggests that she is knowledgeable and well-informed. The word "intelligent" accurately describes someone who possesses a high level of knowledge and understanding. Therefore, "intelligent" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with words related to social problems. I watched the news on TV last night. First, there was a report on (1) ……………………… – there are lots of people without jobs. Then there was a story about(2) ……………………… , but it seems they are going to build more houses now, so maybe this will help. Then a police officer talked about (3) ……………………… . He said that the police are doing more to protect ordinary people from thieves. The good news was that people have a little bit more money now and aren’t living in (4) ……………………… . And there is less (5) ……………………… from all the cars and factories. (1) ________
Correct Answer
unemploymentExplanation
The correct answer is "unemployment." The passage mentions that there was a report on a social problem related to lots of people without jobs. This indicates that the word to fill in the blank is "unemployment."Rate this question:
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(2) ________
Correct Answer
homelessnessExplanation
The given answer is "homelessness". This suggests that the blank is related to the topic of homelessness. Without any further context or information, it is difficult to determine the exact word that should fill the blank. However, based on the given answer, it can be inferred that the blank could be asking for a cause, solution, or any other aspect related to homelessness.Rate this question:
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(3) ________
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crime - 14.
(4) ________
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poverty - 15.
(5) ________
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pollution
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