Gateway A 2 Unit 9 Test. Use Of English

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Hi Tony,I’d love to come shopping, but I haven’t done my homework (1) ……………………… , so I can’t. Also, I’ve (2) ……………………… nearly all my money this month. Have you (3) ……………………… bought anything from a website? It’s usually (4) ……………………… , but then I always buy too much so it isn’t really! I want to buy some boots. There’s a new (5) ……………………… in town and I saw some there that I like. I needed a new (6) ……………………… for PE, too but my mum has bought that for me. And I want to get a (7) ……………………… to go with those jeans I bought. And maybe some(8) ……………………… , too! I love shopping!Marta
2.

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- A.
  
  Already
- B.
  
  Just
- C.
  
  Yet
Correct Answer
C. Yet

Explanation
"Yet" is used to indicate that something has not happened or been completed up to the present moment. It suggests that there is still time for the action to occur. In the context of the question, "yet" is the appropriate choice because it implies that something has not happened or been done up until now.

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3.

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- A.
  
  Done
- B.
  
  Spent
- C.
  
  Bought
Correct Answer
B. Spent

Explanation
The word "spent" is the correct answer because it is the past tense form of the verb "spend." This suggests that someone has used or consumed their money or time. In the given options, "done" and "bought" do not convey the same meaning as "spent." Therefore, "spent" is the appropriate choice.

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4.

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- A.
  
  Ever
- B.
  
  Never
- C.
  
  Yet
Correct Answer
A. Ever

Explanation
"Ever" is used to refer to any time in the past, present, or future. It is often used in questions and negative sentences to ask or state if something has happened at any time. It indicates the possibility or occurrence of an event at any point in time.

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5.

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- A.
  
  Worse
- B.
  
  Cheaper
- C.
  
  Quicker
Correct Answer
B. Cheaper

Explanation
The word "cheaper" is the correct answer because it is the opposite of "worse" and "quicker" does not have the same meaning as "worse". Therefore, "cheaper" is the most suitable option among the given choices.

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6.

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- A.
  
  Shoe shop
- B.
  
  Bank
- C.
  
  Bookshop
Correct Answer
A. Shoe shop

Explanation
The correct answer is "shoe shop" because the options provided are different types of stores, and a shoe shop is the most relevant option among them. A bank is not a type of store, and a bookshop is not related to shoes. Therefore, the shoe shop is the most suitable answer.

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7.

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- A.
  
  Shorts
- B.
  
  Leggings
- C.
  
  Sweatshirt
Correct Answer
C. Sweatshirt

Explanation
The correct answer is "sweatshirt" because it is a type of clothing item that is typically worn for comfort or casual purposes. Shorts and leggings are both types of bottoms, while a sweatshirt is a type of top that is often made of a thick, warm fabric. It is commonly worn during colder weather or for activities like exercising or lounging.

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8.

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- A.
  
  Top
- B.
  
  Tights
- C.
  
  Skirt
Correct Answer
A. Top

Explanation
The given answer "top" is the correct answer because it is the only option that is related to the other words in the question. "Tights" and "skirt" are both types of clothing that are worn on the lower half of the body, while "top" is a type of clothing that is worn on the upper half of the body. Therefore, "top" is the most appropriate choice among the given options.

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9.

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- A.
  
  Dress
- B.
  
  Belt
- C.
  
  Jewellery
Correct Answer
C. Jewellery

Explanation
Out of the given options, "jewellery" is the only one that is not a type of clothing or accessory typically worn around the waist or hips. A dress is a type of clothing, a belt is an accessory worn around the waist, but jewellery encompasses a wide range of accessories such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc. Therefore, "jewellery" is the correct answer as it does not fit into the category of clothing or accessories worn around the waist or hips.

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