Gateway B2 Unit 9 Use Of English + Reading

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1. Are these statements True (T), False (F) or is the information Not Mentioned (NM)? Gemma believes that significant scientific progress in this field will happen in her lifetime.

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The given statement suggests that Gemma believes that significant scientific progress will occur in her lifetime. This indicates that Gemma has a positive outlook and optimism about the advancements in this field.

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Gateway B2 Unit 9 Use Of English + Reading - Quiz

The 'Gateway B2 Unit 9 Use of English + Reading' quiz assesses understanding of technological advancements and their impacts on society. It includes reading comprehension and vocabulary exercises... see morerelevant to technology's role in modern life. see less

2. Some interesting new inventions may already be in development.

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The statement suggests that there are interesting new inventions that are currently being developed.

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3. A commercial version of the 'Holodeck' is too far-fetched to ever happen.

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The statement "A commercial version of the 'Holodeck' is too far-fetched to ever happen" is false. This means that a commercial version of the 'Holodeck' is not too far-fetched and could potentially happen in the future. The 'Holodeck' is a fictional technology from the TV show Star Trek that creates realistic virtual reality environments. While it may seem like a distant possibility, advancements in virtual reality technology are constantly being made, and it is not unreasonable to think that a commercial version of the 'Holodeck' could be developed in the future.

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4. The desire to be able to 'transport' has come about because of recent science fiction films and stories.

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The statement suggests that the desire to be able to 'transport' has not come about because of recent science fiction films and stories.

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5. And yet in places (3) ……………………… the Internet has been allowed to take hold, there have been significant benefits in terms of online government, health, education and commerce.

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The word "where" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate the specific places mentioned in the sentence where the Internet has been allowed to take hold. The sentence suggests that in these places, there have been significant benefits in areas such as online government, health, education, and commerce.

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6. Scientists have started investigating the possibilities of 'transporting' people.

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The question is incomplete and not readable, so it is not possible to generate an explanation.

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7. Cost is a major barrier in poor countries, but many innovative projects are helping to set (7) ……………………… computers and internet connections around the globe.

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The word "up" fits logically in the blank space because it completes the phrase "set up," which means to establish or install. The sentence suggests that innovative projects are helping to overcome the cost barrier by setting up computers and internet connections in poor countries.

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8. No need to remember (8) ……………………… recharge your laptop – just get on your bike!

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The word "to" in this context indicates a purpose or reason. The sentence suggests that instead of needing to remember to recharge your laptop, you can simply get on your bike. The word "to" connects the action of getting on your bike with the purpose of not needing to remember to recharge your laptop.

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9. At present, interactive hologram technology ...

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The correct answer is "is at an early stage of development." This answer suggests that interactive hologram technology is currently in the early phases of its development. It implies that the technology is not yet fully developed or widely accessible.

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10. ... basis, but for millions of people (2) ……………………… live in the developing world, this is still a dream.

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The word "who" is the correct answer because it is used to refer to the millions of people mentioned in the previous sentence. It is a pronoun that is commonly used to introduce a relative clause and is used to refer to a person or people. In this case, "who" is used to indicate that the dream of having access to clean water on a daily basis is still not a reality for millions of people living in the developing world.

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11. It's also tamper-proof, (5) ……………………… is important in poor countries where copper or wire is a valuable commodity.

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The word "which" is the correct answer because it refers to the previous statement about the item being tamper-proof. The use of "which" indicates that the tamper-proof feature is important in poor countries where copper or wire is valuable.

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12. The potential evolution of computer games ...

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The correct answer is "is what fascinates the second blogger." This answer is supported by the phrase "what fascinates" in the question stem. It suggests that the second blogger finds the potential evolution of computer games fascinating. The other answer choices do not align with this interpretation.

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13. Researchers are trying to reproduce the recreation activities seen on a popular TV programme.

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14. The technology has previously existed ...

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The correct answer is "in imagined form in a popular TV series." This answer suggests that the technology being referred to is not currently available in reality, but rather exists only in the fictional world of a popular TV series.

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15. Complete the text with one word in each gap.  Most of us take it for granted that we will be able to (1) ……………………… to the Internet on a daily basis, but

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The sentence is talking about the ability to access the Internet on a daily basis. The word "connect" fits perfectly in the sentence as it means to establish a connection or link to the Internet.

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16. When access is made possible, the most popular use of the Internet is to communicate using voice or e-mail and families that have been scattered by the need to find work can see each other via (6) ……………………… .

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When access is made possible, the most popular use of the Internet is to communicate using voice or e-mail and families that have been scattered by the need to find work can see each other via webcam.

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17. This form of transportation would result in ...

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The correct answer suggests that this form of transportation would require significant lifestyle changes. This implies that the transportation method being discussed would not be easily integrated into current lifestyles and would require individuals to make significant adjustments in order to use it.

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18. Conventional wired internet is expensive but (4) ……………………… technology offers a promising solution.

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Conventional wired internet is costly, but wireless technology offers a promising solution. Wireless internet allows users to connect to the internet without the need for physical cables, making it more convenient and flexible. It also eliminates the need for expensive infrastructure and installation costs associated with wired internet. With wireless technology, users can access the internet from anywhere within the range of a wireless network, providing a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional wired internet.

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19. Domestic robots are currently only ...

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The correct answer suggests that domestic robots are currently only affordable for wealthy individuals. This implies that the cost of domestic robots is still high and not accessible to the general population.

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20. Read the article again. Match the sentence beginnings with the correct sentence endings. There is one extra ending.    Magicians use all their powers of deception in an attempt ...

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Magicians use all their powers of deception to persuade us that they can transport a person instantly.

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Are these statements True (T), False (F) or is the information Not...
Some interesting new inventions may already be in development.
A commercial version of the 'Holodeck' is too far-fetched to ever...
The desire to be able to 'transport' has come about because of...
And yet in places (3)...
Scientists have started investigating the possibilities of...
Cost is a major barrier in poor countries, but many innovative...
No need to remember (8)...
At present, interactive hologram technology ...
... basis, but for millions of people (2)...
It's also tamper-proof, (5)...
The potential evolution of computer games ...
Researchers are trying to reproduce the recreation activities...
The technology has previously existed ...
Complete the text with one word in each gap.  ...
When access is made possible, the most popular use of the Internet is...
This form of transportation would result in ...
Conventional wired internet is expensive but (4)...
Domestic robots are currently only ...
Read the article again. Match the sentence beginnings with the correct...
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