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Cambridge English: KET (A2 Key)
art
art
[noun]

a field of study focuses on learning and practicing different creative skills, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and understanding the history and theory behind them

Ex: She decided to pursue art in college. 
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biology
biology
[noun]

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

Ex: She developed a keen interest in biology and decided to pursue a career in medicine. 
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chemistry
chemistry
[noun]

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

Ex: She found the chemistry lesson on chemical reactions absolutely fascinating. 
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English
English
[noun]

the subject of study encompassing the language, literature, and writing associated with English-speaking cultures

Ex: Students pursuing a degree in English often study a wide range of literary genres and periods. 
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geography
geography
[noun]

the scientific study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, divisions, products, population, etc.

Ex: He majored in geography to understand more about Earth's physical features and human impact. 
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history
history
[noun]

the study of past events, especially as a subject in school or university

Ex: Can you recommend any online resources for studying world history? 
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mathematics

the study of numbers and shapes that involves calculation and description

Ex: Can you explain this math concept to me? 
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music
music
[noun]

the art or science of creating or performing sounds, including melody, harmony, and rhythm

Ex: He studied music at university to become a composer. 
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physics
physics
[noun]

the scientific study of matter and energy and the relationships between them, including the study of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

Ex: She excelled in physics, particularly enjoying the lessons on electromagnetism and thermodynamics. 
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to fail
to fail
[Verb]

to be unsuccessful in an examination or course

Ex: Despite studying hard, he failed the math test. 
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to learn
to learn
[Verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: He learned valuable negotiation skills by watching experienced negotiators in action 
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to pass
to pass
[Verb]

to get the necessary grades in an exam, test, course, etc.

Ex: Did you pass all your exams? 
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to study
to study
[Verb]

to engage in formal learning or education at a school, college, or university

Ex: They are planning to study abroad next year to experience a new culture. 
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to take
to take
[Verb]

to study a particular subject in school, university, etc.

Ex: She plans to take advanced mathematics classes next semester to challenge herself. 
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to teach
to teach
[Verb]

to give lessons to students in a university, college, school, etc.

Ex: She teaches yoga to promote health and well-being. 
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advanced
advanced
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a high level of knowledge, skill, or expertise in a subject

Ex: The course is designed for advanced students with a background in calculus. 
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beginner
beginner
[noun]

someone who has just started to learn or do something; a person who is new to a field or activity

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class
class
[noun]

students as a whole that are taught together

Ex: The teacher greeted the class as they entered the classroom, ready to begin the day's lesson. 
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classmate
classmate
[noun]

someone who is or was in the same class as you at school or college

Ex: At the class reunion, old classmates reminisced about their shared experiences and achievements. 
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classroom
classroom
[noun]

a room that students are taught in, particularly in a college, school, or university

Ex: I keep my school supplies organized in my backpack for the classroom. 
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clever
clever
[Adjective]

able to think quickly and find solutions to problems

Ex: The clever detective quickly solved the mystery using his sharp wit and deductive reasoning. 
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college
college
[noun]

an institution that offers higher education or specialized trainings for different professions

Ex: I am excited to start college and pursue my degree. 
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course
course
[noun]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: He completed a photography course to enhance his camera skills. 
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eraser
eraser
[noun]

a small tool used for removing the marks of a pencil from a piece of paper

Ex: He gently rubs the eraser over the words to erase them completely. 
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exam
exam
[noun]

a way of testing how much someone knows about a subject

Ex: In the language exam, we had to write a short essay on our favorite book. 
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homework
homework
[noun]

schoolwork that students have to do at home

Ex: I always double-check my homework to ensure it is accurate. 
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instructions

a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it

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mark
mark
[noun]

a letter or number given by a teacher to show how good a student's performance is; a point given for a correct answer in an exam or competition

Ex: She received a high mark for her excellent essay. 
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it

Ex: Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress. 
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to practise

to do something again and again in order to get better at it

Ex: I practise the guitar every evening. 
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pupil
pupil
[noun]

someone who is receiving education, particularly a schoolchild

Ex: Teacher assigned homework to each pupil in the class. 
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science
science
[noun]

the study of science

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subject
subject
[noun]

a branch or an area of knowledge that we study at a school, college, or university

Ex: At university, Jane specialized in the subject of linguistics, studying various languages and their structures. 
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term
term
[noun]

one of the three periods in the academic year during which multiple classes are held in schools, universities, etc.

Ex: The new term starts next Monday. 
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test
test
[noun]

an examination that consists of a set of questions, exercises, or activities to measure someone’s knowledge, skill, or ability

Ex: After the language test, the teacher provided feedback to help the students improve their language skills. 
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university

an educational institution at the highest level, where we can study for a degree or do research

Ex: I will graduate from university next year with a degree in psychology. 
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to find out

to discover or become aware of a piece of information or a fact

Ex: He found out about the surprise party when he overheard his friends talking about it. 
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to experiment

to do a scientific test on something or someone in order to find out the results

Ex: Researchers experiment on various plant species to study their growth patterns. 
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