Gateway B2 Unit 6 Grammar And Vocabulary
Welcome to the Gateway B2 Unit 6 Grammar and Vocabulary Quiz! This quiz is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the grammar and vocabulary concepts covered in the Gateway B2 English language course. This quiz explores various important topics related to language skills, and this quiz will help reinforce what you've learned.
In this quiz, you will encounter a series of multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions that cover key grammar rules, such as verb tenses, conditionals, and reported speech. You will also be tested on your vocabulary, including words and phrases related to technology, communication, and social issues.
By Read moretaking this quiz, you can assess your proficiency in Unit 6 and identify areas that may need further review. It's a valuable tool for self-assessment, practice, and preparation for exams or assignments related to this unit.
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Questions and Answers
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Questions 16-28.
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Questions 1-15.
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Fortunately, she didn't (4) ……………………… an infection from her cuts and bruises but she did have to get a(5) ……………………… for painkillers, but eventually she got better. The first thing she asked when she came round was ‘Who won?’
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4 felt
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5 blood pressure
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4 put
- D.
5 prescription
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4 get
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5 temperature
Correct Answer(s)
D. 5 prescription
E. 4 getExplanation
The correct answer is 5 prescription, 4 get. The sentence mentions that the person had to get a prescription for painkillers, indicating that they needed medication to alleviate their pain. Additionally, the sentence states that the person eventually got better, implying that the prescription helped in their recovery.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. If you don’t do warm-up exercises, you’ll get a sprained muscle.UNLESSYou’ll get a sprained muscle ……………………… warm-up exercises.
Correct Answer(s)
unless you doExplanation
The correct answer is "unless you do". This is because "unless" is a conjunction that expresses a condition or requirement that must be met in order to avoid a certain outcome. In this case, the condition is doing warm-up exercises, and the outcome to be avoided is getting a sprained muscle. Therefore, the complete sentence would be "You'll get a sprained muscle unless you do warm-up exercises."Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. I was able to buy a bike because he lent me the money.HEIf ……………………… the money, I wouldn’t have been able to buy a bike.
Correct Answer(s)
he hadn’t lent meExplanation
Without the money lent to me by him, I wouldn't have been able to buy a bike.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. I didn’t go to bed early last night and now I’m tired.WISHI ……………………… to bed early last night, because I wouldn’t be so tired now.
Correct Answer(s)
wish I had goneExplanation
The speaker didn't go to bed early last night and as a result, they are now tired. The correct answer "wish I had gone" expresses a regret or desire for a different past action. By using the past perfect tense ("had gone"), the speaker is expressing a wish that they had gone to bed early last night, which would have prevented them from feeling tired now.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. I always take something to eat with me because there might not be any vegetarian food.CASEI always take something to eat with me ………………………any vegetarian food.
Correct Answer(s)
in case there isn’tExplanation
The phrase "in case there isn't" means the same as "because there might not be" in the original sentence. Both phrases convey the idea of taking something to eat as a precautionary measure in the event that there is no vegetarian food available.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words. Unless you make a serious mistake, I’m sure you’ll do well in the exam. PROVIDED ……………………… a serious mistake, I’m sure you’ll do well in the exam.
Correct Answer(s)
Provided you don’t make, provided you don’t makeExplanation
The correct answer is "Provided you don't make". This answer accurately completes the second sentence so that it means the same as the first sentence.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with the correct future form of the verbs given. A: Hi! How are you feeling? You don’t look so good today. B: You’re right. I don’t feel very well. If I stand up too quickly, I (1) ……………………… (feel) a bit dizzy.
Correct Answer(s)
will feelExplanation
If I stand up too quickly, I will feel a bit dizzy.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with the correct future form of the verbs given. A: That doesn’t sound good. If I were you, I(2) ……………………… (make) an appointment to see the doctor.
Correct Answer(s)
would makeExplanation
In the given dialogue, person A is expressing concern about something that doesn't sound good. Person A then advises person B, "If I were you, I would make an appointment to see the doctor." The phrase "If I were you" indicates a hypothetical situation, and the use of "would make" in the response suggests a future action that person A would take if they were in person B's position.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with the correct future form of the verbs given. B: It’s not that bad. If everyone went to the doctor for every little problem, the doctors’ surgeries(3) ……………………… (be) full all the time.B: Sounds interesting.
Correct Answer(s)
would beExplanation
If everyone went to the doctor for every little problem, the doctors' surgeries would be full all the time. This implies that if everyone started going to the doctor for every small issue, the doctor's offices would constantly be crowded and busy. The use of "would be" in the answer suggests a hypothetical situation or a future possibility.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with the correct future form of the verbs given. A: OK. So, what do you think is the matter? Have you eaten anything unusual?B: No, but I think I might have caught a cold. I wish I (4) ……………………… (go) on that walk with Sophieyesterday. It was freezing and I forgot my coat.
Correct Answer(s)
hadn’t goneExplanation
In this dialogue, person B is explaining that they think they might have caught a cold. They express regret about going on a walk with Sophie yesterday because it was freezing and they forgot their coat. The correct future form of the verb to complete the sentence would be "hadn't gone" because it indicates a past regret and is in line with the tense used in the rest of the dialogue.Rate this question:
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Complete the dialogue with the correct future form of the verbs given. A: Well, tomorrow (5) I ……………………… (bring) you my special vitamin drink in case you’re still feeling bad.B: Thanks!
Correct Answer(s)
will bringExplanation
The correct future form of the verb "bring" in this dialogue is "will bring." The speaker is making a promise or commitment to bring the special vitamin drink tomorrow. This form is used to indicate a future action that the speaker intends to do.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct alternatives to complete the email. Hi Jan,Thanks so much for your email. It really cheered me up. I got behind with my coursework last month. To be honest, if I had known how much coursework there would be, I (1) didn’t take/wouldn’t have taken this subject.
Correct Answer(s)
wouldn’t have takenExplanation
The correct answer is "wouldn't have taken" because the speaker is expressing regret about their decision to take the subject due to the amount of coursework. The use of "wouldn't have taken" indicates that if they had known about the workload beforehand, they would have made a different decision.Rate this question:
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Anyway, the good news is that I’m getting really good marks and if you get 60 percent on your coursework, you (2) passed/pass for the year. That means you don’t have to worry so much about the exams.
Correct Answer(s)
passExplanation
The word "pass" in this context means to achieve a satisfactory grade or result in one's coursework. The speaker is informing the listener that if they receive a score of 60 percent on their coursework, they will have successfully completed the year and do not need to be overly concerned about the upcoming exams.Rate this question:
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And I’m getting better at organizing my time so (3) in case/as long as I keep working hard, I should be okay.
Correct Answer(s)
as long asExplanation
The phrase "as long as" is used to introduce a condition or requirement that must be met for a certain outcome to be achieved. In this context, the speaker is stating that they are improving their time management skills and as long as they continue to work hard, they believe they will be fine. The phrase implies that their success is dependent on their continued hard work.Rate this question:
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I’m looking forward to seeing you and I’d love to come with you to the Edinburgh festival, although if I were you, I (4) would try/will try to book somewhere to stay as soon as possible because lots of people go in August.
Correct Answer(s)
would tryExplanation
The correct answer is "would try" because the speaker is expressing a hypothetical situation. They are saying that if they were in the other person's position, they would make an effort to book somewhere to stay as soon as possible because the Edinburgh festival is popular in August.Rate this question:
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If I (5) will have/have time this evening, I will look at some hotels and hostels online.Speak to you soon.Claire
Correct Answer(s)
haveExplanation
The correct answer is "have" because the sentence is written in the present tense and the verb "will look" is used to indicate a future action. Therefore, the verb "have" should also be in the present tense to maintain consistency in the sentence.Rate this question:
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Complete the second sentence so it means the same as the first, using the word given.Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words.1 You’ll be completely better tomorrow, I’m sure of it.FEETYou’ll be ……………………… tomorrow, I’m sure of it.
Correct Answer(s)
back on your feetExplanation
The phrase "back on your feet" means to recover or become healthy again. Therefore, completing the second sentence with "back on your feet" conveys the same meaning as the first sentence, which is that the person will be completely better tomorrow.Rate this question:
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I’m sorry to hear that you’re not feeling very well at the moment. WEATHER I’m sorry to hear that you ……………………… at the moment.
Correct Answer(s)
are under the weather, are feeling under the weatherExplanation
The correct answer is "are under the weather” or “are feeling under the weather." This is because the phrase "under the weather" is an idiomatic expression that means feeling unwell or sick. It is commonly used to describe someone who is not feeling well. Therefore, the correct answer is the one that accurately completes the sentence and conveys the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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I think I’m getting that flu bug that’s going around. DOWN I think I ……………………… that flu bug that’s going around.
Correct Answer(s)
am coming down withExplanation
The phrase "am coming down with" is commonly used to describe the onset of an illness or infection. In this context, the speaker is expressing their belief that they are starting to experience symptoms of the flu bug that is circulating. The phrase implies that the person is in the early stages of becoming sick.Rate this question:
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After the accident, Jenny lost consciousness for a few minutes.BLACKEDAfter the accident, Jenny ……………………… for a few minutes.
Correct Answer(s)
blacked outExplanation
After the accident, Jenny experienced a temporary loss of consciousness for a few minutes, commonly known as "blacking out."Rate this question:
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My mum has been ill for a couple of weeks, but she is recovering now.OVERMy mum has been ill for a couple of weeks, but she ……………………… it now.
Correct Answer(s)
is getting overExplanation
The correct answer is "is getting over" because it indicates that the mother is currently in the process of recovering from her illness. The phrase "getting over" implies that she is improving and moving past the illness.Rate this question:
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Choose the best answer (A, B or C) to complete the text.We all went to watch my brother play football last week – even my big sister came. She got really excited because although they were losing, it was very close. When the ballcame towards her, she tried to kick it. Well, she fell over and hurt her (1) ……………… .
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Bone
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Ankle
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Artery
Correct Answer
B. AnkleExplanation
In the given scenario, the sister fell over while trying to kick the ball, indicating that she injured a body part related to her lower extremities. The most appropriate option among the given choices is "ankle," as it is a common area to get hurt during a fall or sudden movement. The other options, "bone" and "artery," do not specifically relate to the context of the situation.Rate this question:
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It was obviously really (2) ……………………… , though she tried not to let it show.
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Dizzy
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Chronic
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Painful
Correct Answer
C. PainfulExplanation
The correct answer is "painful". The clue in the sentence is that the person tried not to let it show, indicating that the thing being described is something that would cause discomfort or distress. Out of the three options given, "painful" is the most fitting word to describe a condition or experience that would be difficult to hide or conceal.Rate this question:
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My dad took her to hospital and after an X-ray they said it was broken and she had to (3) ……………………… an operation.
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Have
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Make
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Go
Correct Answer
A. HaveExplanation
The correct answer is "have". In this sentence, the phrase "she had to" indicates that the subject is required to do something. In this case, the subject is "she" and the action she is required to do is "an operation". The verb "have" is commonly used when referring to medical procedures or treatments, so it is the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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Complete the text with these words. There are three extra words.balanced • danger • get • high • pressure • processed • put • risk My brother is always working out at the gym and I used to think he was pretty fit. But he has a busy job and he never cooks for himself. He eats out a lot or buys ready mealsand he likes fatty food and things that are (1) ……………………… in salt.
Correct Answer
highExplanation
My brother is always working out at the gym and I used to think he was pretty fit. But he has a busy job and he never cooks for himself. He eats out a lot or buys ready meals and he likes fatty food and things that are high in salt.Rate this question:
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Anyway, he has (2) ……………………… on a bit of weight recently and he wasn’t feeling well so he went to the local health center for a check-up.
Correct Answer
putExplanation
The word "put" is the correct answer because it is the past tense of the verb "put," which means to place or position something in a particular location. In the given sentence, the word "put" is used to indicate that he has gained weight recently.Rate this question:
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He had his blood (3) ……………………… taken and they told him that he’s in (4) …………………… of becoming obese.
Correct Answer
pressureExplanation
The sentence states that the person had his blood taken and was told that he is in (4) danger of becoming obese. The word "pressure" fits logically in the blank because it is commonly used to describe the risk or likelihood of developing a certain condition, such as obesity. The sentence suggests that the person's blood test results indicated a high risk or likelihood of becoming obese.Rate this question:
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That really shocked him. So now he’s started jogging every day before work and he’s trying to eat a more (5) ……………………… diet. He looks better already. I think that’s what’s known as a ‘wake up’ call and I don’t think he’ll let himself get out of shape again.
Correct Answer
balancedExplanation
The correct answer is "balanced". The sentence mentions that the person is trying to eat a more balanced diet, which implies that they are trying to eat a variety of healthy foods in the right proportions. This change in diet, along with the daily jogging, has already had a positive impact on the person's appearance. The phrase "wake up call" suggests that the person was shocked into realizing the importance of taking care of their health and will not allow themselves to become out of shape again.Rate this question:
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He had his blood (3) ……………………… taken and they told him that he’s in (4) …………………… of becoming obese.
Correct Answer
dangerExplanation
The correct answer is "danger" because the sentence mentions that the person had their blood taken and were told that they are in danger of becoming obese. This suggests that the word missing in the blank is related to a negative or harmful situation, which is represented by the word "danger".Rate this question:
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