Gateway B2 Unit 1 Practice Test
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Take this Gateway B2 Unit 1 Practice Test and check your knowledge of standard vocabulary and English grammar. Generally, Gateway B2 is an academic course designed for students to make them learn basic English language skills. The following quiz contains some of the practice questions with answers from the same book. So, if you think you can attempt all these advanced grammar and vocabulary questions, go ahead and play the quiz now. Good luck, buddy!
Questions and Answers
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Complete the email with these words and phrases. There are two extra options. Hi Jan,How’s it going? Are you enjoying uni?I really like my course now. It was difficult at first and I wasn’t sure how to organise my study time but I’ve got a really nice ……………………… and she’s helped me a lot.
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Continuous assessment
- B.
Extracurricular activities
- C.
Facilities
- D.
Grade
- E.
Lectures
- F.
Term
- G.
Tutor
Correct Answer
G. TutorExplanation
The email is discussing the writer's experience at university and how they have found someone who has helped them with their studies. The word "tutor" fits in this context as it refers to a person who provides academic support and guidance. The other options, such as "continuous assessment" and "extracurricular activities," do not fit the sentence as they are not related to the writer's study time organization. "Facilities," "grade," "lectures," and "term" also do not fit as they are not relevant to the writer's relationship with someone who has helped them.Rate this question:
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Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word given. Wrute ONLY the word. My university is about two hundred miles from my home town so I live in a hall of ……………………… (reside).
Correct Answer
residenceExplanation
My university is about two hundred miles from my home town so I live in a hall of residence.Rate this question:
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I was a bit worried about living with so many students at first but it’s great fun and I’ve made lots of new friends. I like being more ……………………… (depend) too, but I’m not good at cooking so it’s good to be able to get hot food when I need it.
Correct Answer
independentExplanation
The speaker mentions that they like being able to get hot food when they need it, implying that they are living in a place where they have access to food without having to cook it themselves. This suggests that they are not dependent on their cooking skills and can rely on others or external sources for their meals. Therefore, the word "independent" fits well as it means not relying on others for support or resources.Rate this question:
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One problem is the noise. I’ve got exams soon and sometimes it’s really ……………………… (annoy).
Correct Answer
annoyingExplanation
The word "annoying" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and semantically in the sentence. The sentence states that the person has exams coming up and sometimes the noise is really _________. The word "annoying" accurately describes a situation where noise can be bothersome or irritating, making it the most suitable choice to complete the sentence.Rate this question:
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And having lots of people around can be a bit of a ……………………… (distract).
Correct Answer
distractionExplanation
Having lots of people around can be a bit of a distraction.Rate this question:
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But we talked about how to prepare for the exams in my last ……………………… (tutor) so I think I’ll be OK. Everyone is going through the same thing so we can all help each other.
Correct Answer
tutorialExplanation
The given statement suggests that the speaker had a discussion about exam preparation with their tutor in their last tutorial session. They believe that because of this discussion, they will be fine in the exams. The speaker also mentions that everyone is going through the same thing, implying that they can support and assist each other. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is "tutorial."Rate this question:
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Complete the text with the correct form of DO or MAKE. Tom has got an exam next week. He feels that he hasn’t ……………………… much progress since the last one but I told him not to worry.
Correct Answer
madeExplanation
Tom has got an exam next week. He feels that he hasn't made much progress since the last one but I told him not to worry.Rate this question:
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He usually gets really good marks and he’s ……………………… very well with his coursework.
Correct Answer
doing, DoingExplanation
The correct answer is "doing, Doing". The word "doing" is used as a present participle, indicating an ongoing action. It is used to describe the subject's performance in terms of getting good marks. The word "Doing" is capitalized because it is the beginning of a new sentence, which emphasizes the subject's performance even more.Rate this question:
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He has been spending a lot of time revising so I advised him to try ……………………… some sport or something to help him relax.
Correct Answer
doing, DoingExplanation
The correct answer is "doing, Doing". In the given sentence, the phrase "spending a lot of time revising" suggests that the person is studying or working intensively. To help him relax, the speaker advises him to try doing some sport or something. Here, "doing" is used as a gerund, which functions as a noun, and "Doing" is used as a verb form in the imperative mood, suggesting a suggestion or advice.Rate this question:
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Kerry also ……………………… some good suggestions to help him with his revision so I think he’ll be OK.
Correct Answer
made, MadeExplanation
The correct answer is "made, Made." The word "made" is the past tense of the verb "make," which is used to indicate that Kerry received or came up with some good suggestions. The word "Made" is capitalized because it starts a new sentence after the ellipsis.Rate this question:
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And we’re going to help out by ……………………… the dinner tonight. We’ll all watch a DVD together afterwards, which should take his mind off things.
Correct Answer
making, MakingExplanation
The correct answer is "making, Making". The word "making" is used as a verb in the phrase "we're going to help out by making the dinner tonight". It means that the speaker and others will be involved in the process of preparing the dinner. The word "Making" is also used as a verb in the phrase "which should take his mind off things". It means that watching a DVD together afterwards will distract him or help him forget about his worries or problems.Rate this question:
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Complete the short dialogues with the correct present simple or present continuous form of the verbs given.A: What are you doing this afternoon? Would you like to come swimming with me?B: Sorry, I ……………………… (have) art club on Wednesdays and then homework to do. Maybe later.
Correct Answer
haveExplanation
In the dialogue, B is explaining their schedule for the afternoon. They mention that they have art club on Wednesdays and then homework to do. This indicates that they have a regular commitment on Wednesdays, so the present simple form of the verb "have" is the correct choice.Rate this question:
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A: How’s it going? Do you like your new school?B: Yes, I ……………………… (have) a great time. The classes are really interesting and my social life is fantastic.
Correct Answer
am having, 'm having - 14.
A: You look annoyed. What’s wrong?B: I need my course book for my revision but Jack has got it. He ……………………… (always / borrow) my booksand he never gives them back.
Correct Answer
is always borrowing, 's always borrowingExplanation
The correct answer is "is always borrowing, 's always borrowing". The verb "is always borrowing" is used to describe Jack's habit of constantly borrowing the speaker's books. The contraction "'s always borrowing" is also correct and commonly used in spoken English to indicate the same meaning.Rate this question:
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A: Where have you been?B: I went to see my teacher. I’ve been having problems with my homework but it’s OK – I ……………… (understand) it now.
Correct Answer
understandExplanation
B went to see their teacher because they were having problems with their homework. However, they now understand it.Rate this question:
- 16.
A: I feel tired but I can’t stop working. I have to hand this assignment in tomorrow.B: People always ……………………… (make) that mistake. You should have a break then you’ll finish it more quickly.
Correct Answer
makeExplanation
B is suggesting that people often make the mistake of not taking breaks when they are tired and continue working instead. B is advising A to take a break because it will help A finish the assignment more quickly.Rate this question:
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We have a lot of coursework to do this ……………………… .
- A.
Continuous assessment
- B.
Extracurricular activities
- C.
Facilities
- D.
Grade
- E.
Lectures
- F.
Term
- G.
Tutor
Correct Answer
F. TermExplanation
The correct answer is "term". This is because the sentence states that there is a lot of coursework to do "this term". This suggests that the workload is specific to a particular academic term or semester.Rate this question:
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We have exams at the end of the year but there is ……………………… too, so I have to work hard all the time to get good marks.
- A.
Continuous assessment
- B.
Extracurricular activities
- C.
Facilities
- D.
Grade
- E.
Lectures
- F.
Term
- G.
Tutor
Correct Answer
A. Continuous assessmentExplanation
The correct answer is continuous assessment. This is because the sentence states that there are exams at the end of the year, but there is also something else (which is not mentioned) that requires the person to work hard all the time to get good marks. Continuous assessment refers to a method of evaluating students' progress throughout the year, rather than relying solely on exams at the end of the term or year. Therefore, it is likely that the person in the sentence is referring to continuous assessment as the reason for having to work hard all the time.Rate this question:
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I’m doing lots of ……………………… as well – playing hockey, singing in the choir, working on the student paper – and then there are all the social events.
- A.
Continuous assessment
- B.
Extracurricular activities
- C.
Facilities
- D.
Grade
- E.
Lectures
- F.
Term
- G.
Tutor
Correct Answer
B. Extracurricular activitiesExplanation
The given passage mentions various activities such as playing hockey, singing in the choir, and working on the student paper, in addition to social events. These activities are typically referred to as extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities are activities that students participate in outside of their regular academic curriculum. They provide opportunities for students to explore their interests, develop skills, and engage with their peers outside of the classroom. Therefore, the correct answer is extracurricular activities.Rate this question:
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Sometimes it’s hard to get up for ……………………… at nine o’clock!Write soon and tell me how you’re getting on.Sarah
- A.
Continuous assessment
- B.
Extracurricular activities
- C.
Facilities
- D.
Grade
- E.
Lectures
- F.
Term
- G.
Tutor
Correct Answer
E. LecturesExplanation
The correct answer is "lectures". The word "lectures" is the most fitting option to complete the sentence. The phrase "get up for" implies that the speaker is having difficulty waking up or finding motivation for something. In this case, it is difficult for the speaker to get up for "lectures" at nine o'clock.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with the correct present perfect simple or continuous form of the verbs given. Alison ……………………… (study) in the library all afternoon but she needs to do some exercise so she’s going to the sports centre.
Correct Answer
has been studying, 's been studyingExplanation
Alison has been studying in the library all afternoon but she needs to do some exercise so she's been going to the sports centre.Rate this question:
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She ……………………… (be) a member of the basketball team since she started at her new school and she does fitness training most afternoons.
Correct Answer
has been, 's beenExplanation
The correct answer is "has been, 's been". This is because the sentence is referring to an action that started in the past and is still continuing in the present. The present perfect continuous tense "has been" is used to show the ongoing action of being a member of the basketball team, while the contraction "'s been" is used to show the ongoing action of doing fitness training.Rate this question:
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She ……………………… (not finish) her maths homework yet so she’ll probably do some more reading before going out in the evening.
Correct Answer
has not finished, hasn't finishedExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "has not finished, hasn't finished" because both phrases are in the present perfect tense and indicate that the person has not completed their math homework yet. The use of "has not finished" is the full form, while "hasn't finished" is the contraction form. Both forms convey the same meaning, that the person still needs to complete their homework before going out in the evening.Rate this question:
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One of her friends is in the drama club and he’s in a play this week. He ……………………… (act) since the beginning of secondary school and he’s very good.
Correct Answer
has been acting, 's been actingExplanation
The correct answer is "has been acting, 's been acting". The sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, indicating an action that started in the past and is still ongoing. "Has been acting" is used to show the duration of the action, which is from the beginning of secondary school until now. " 's been acting" is a contraction of "he has been acting" and is used to emphasize the continuous nature of the action.Rate this question:
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This is the last night of the play and the students ……………………… (already/perform) the play six times this week. Alison is sure that this final performance will be the best.
Correct Answer
have already performedExplanation
The given correct answer is "have already performed". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and is referring to an action that has already taken place. The phrase "have already performed" indicates that the students have completed the action of performing the play six times this week. This suggests that the final performance will be the best because the students have had multiple opportunities to practice and improve their skills.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the text. My sister has been at university for six months and she loves it. She is going to be an architect one day but it’s a long course. .......................... buildings takes many years of training.
- A.
To design
- B.
Designing
- C.
Is designing
- D.
Have designed
Correct Answer
B. DesigningExplanation
To complete the sentence, we need a verb phrase that agrees with the subject "My sister" and expresses the action of becoming an architect. The correct form is "Designing buildings takes many years of training." This form uses the present participle "designing" to show an ongoing action and is the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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I’m thinking of .................. to university when I’m older but ...
- A.
Apply
- B.
Applying
- C.
To apply
- D.
Have applied
Correct Answer
B. ApplyingExplanation
The correct answer is "applying". This is because the sentence is discussing a future action of going to university. The phrase "I'm thinking of" indicates a future intention, and the verb that follows should be in the present participle form to indicate the ongoing action of considering or planning. Therefore, "applying" is the correct verb form in this context.Rate this question:
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But I’m not sure what I want ............................ yet.
- A.
Studying
- B.
To study
- C.
Am studying
- D.
Study
Correct Answer
B. To studyExplanation
The phrase "but I'm not sure what I want" indicates uncertainty about the speaker's desires or preferences. The phrase "yet" suggests that the speaker has not made a decision or reached a conclusion yet. In this context, the most appropriate option is "to study," as it implies a future intention or goal without specifying a particular subject or field of study.Rate this question:
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History is one of my favourite subjects and I really enjoy ............................ about the past but I’m also good at art so maybe I’ll go to art school instead.
- A.
Learning
- B.
To learn
- C.
Have learned
- D.
Learned
Correct Answer
A. LearningExplanation
The sentence is expressing a present interest in history and enjoyment of learning about the past. The use of the present continuous tense "I really enjoy learning" suggests an ongoing activity or interest. The other options, such as "to learn," "have learned," and "learned," do not convey the same ongoing sense of interest and enjoyment. Therefore, the correct answer is "learning."Rate this question:
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My mum says my sister was just like me at my age but in the end she found it easy ................... . I hope I will too.
- A.
To decide
- B.
Decide
- C.
Deciding
- D.
Have decided
Correct Answer
A. To decideExplanation
The correct answer is "to decide." The sentence is expressing the speaker's hope that they will also find it easy to decide, just like their sister did at their age. The phrase "to decide" is used to indicate the action of making a decision, which fits well in the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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