Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)

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audience [noun]

a group of people who have gathered to watch and listen to a play, concert, etc.

Ex: The audience clapped loudly at the end of the performance .

skillful [adjective]

very good at doing something particular

Ex: The skillful artist creates intricate paintings that showcase their mastery of color and form .

to tackle [verb]

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

Ex: Teachers collaborate to find effective strategies to tackle students ' learning challenges .

essentially [adverb]

used to emphasize the nature or most important aspects of a person or thing

Ex: His argument , essentially , revolves around the idea that economic stability is crucial for societal progress .

adrenaline [noun]

a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

Ex: The adrenaline surge during the roller coaster ride left her breathless and exhilarated .

cortisol [noun]

a steroid hormone that the body produces and is used in medicine to help cure skin diseases

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hormone [noun]

a chemical substance produced in the body of living things influencing growth and affecting the functionality of cells or tissues

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to pump [verb]

to make gas or liquid move in a certain direction using a mechanical action

Ex: The heart pumps blood throughout the circulatory system to supply the body with oxygen .

to expand [verb]

to increase the size, number, importance, or value of something

Ex: Last year , they expanded the factory to accommodate higher production levels .

blood vessel [noun]

any tube structure inside the body through which blood can circulate, such as a vein, artery, etc.

Ex: During exercise , blood vessels expand to increase the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the muscles .

muscle [noun]

a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

Ex: She felt sore in her leg muscles after a long hike .

pressure [noun]

(physics) the amount of force exerted per area that is measured in pascal, newton per square meter, etc.

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consistently [adverb]

in a way that is always the same

Ex: The company has consistently met its quarterly targets .

to relate [verb]

to be linked or connected in a cause-and-effect relationship

Ex: In the field of psychology , certain behaviors may relate to underlying emotional experiences .

superior [adjective]

surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence

Ex: Her superior knowledge of the subject made her the go-to person for advice .

cricket [noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

Ex: My brother taught me how to play cricket .

batting [noun]

(baseball) the batter's attempt to get on base

putting [noun]

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

penalty [noun]

(in games and sports) a disadvantage that a team or player is given for violating a rule

to inhibit [verb]

to restrict or reduce the normal activity or function of something

Ex: The teacher strives not to inhibit students ' creativity but encourages free expression .

blood pressure [noun]

the pressure at which one's blood circulates one's body

Ex: Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise can help manage blood pressure levels effectively .

response [noun]

a physical or emotional reaction that happens as a result of a specific situation or event

heart rate [noun]

the number of times one's heart fills with and pumps out blood in one minute

in short [adverb]

in a way that efficiently captures essential details without unnecessary elaboration

Ex: In short , the new policy promotes sustainability in the workplace .

anxious [adjective]

(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen

Ex: They were anxious about their financial situation , uncertain about how they would pay their bills .

to perform [verb]

to carry out or execute a task, duty, action, or ceremony, often in a formal or official capacity

Ex: The surgeon skillfully performed the delicate heart surgery , ensuring the patient 's well-being .

to associate [verb]

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

Ex: Some students associate the library with a quiet and focused environment for studying .

serve [noun]

the action of putting the ball or puck into play to start a point or match

Ex: The soccer goalkeeper 's serve reached the halfway line .

anxiety [noun]

a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome

Ex: Talking to a therapist helped her understand and cope with her social anxiety .

under pressure [phrase]

stressful or anxious due to having too many tasks or responsibilities to handle within a limited time

Ex: The athlete was under pressure to win the final match .

perspiration [noun]

a salty liquid produced by skin cells as a result of high temperature, exercising, etc.

palpitation [noun]

a heart beat that is very irregular or too fast

Ex: After drinking several cups of coffee , he noticed an increase in palpitations , prompting him to cut back on caffeine .

tremor [noun]

shaking or trembling (usually resulting from weakness or stress or disease)

shortness of breath [noun]

a dyspneic condition

nausea [noun]

the feeling of discomfort in the stomach, often with the urge to vomit

Ex: She experienced nausea after eating too much at the fair .

stomach [noun]

the area of the body in a vertebrate located between the chest and the hips

Ex: The belt tightened around his stomach as he adjusted his outfit .

weakness [noun]

lack of physical or mental strength

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desire [noun]

a very strong feeling of wanting to do or have something

Ex: Emily 's desire for success drove her to work tirelessly toward achieving her career goals .

extreme [adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The region experienced extreme drought , leading to water shortages and crop failures .

case [noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: This is a rare case of a disease that usually affects children .

concentration [noun]

complete attention; intense mental effort

self-control [noun]

the ability to manage one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals and resist short-term temptations

Ex: She lost her self-control and shouted at her colleague .

intensity [noun]

the degree or magnitude of a certain quality or attribute

to manifest [verb]

to clearly dispaly something

Ex: His dedication to the project manifested in the thoroughness of his work .

nervousness [noun]

a state of being anxious, uneasy, or apprehensive, often characterized by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, or rapid heartbeat

overthinking [noun]

the act of thinking too much about something, often making it seem more complicated or worrying than it really is

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to take [verb]

(of a sports player) to kick, throw, or initiate play from a specified position

Ex: After the foul in the box , the referee awarded a penalty , and the midfielder was chosen to take the shot .

tight [adjective]

stretched firmly

Ex: The drumhead was tight , ready for the performance .

Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (2)
Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 1	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (1)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (1)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)	Test 3 - Listening - Part 1	Test 3 - Listening - Part 2 (1)
Test 3 - Listening - Part 2 (2)	Test 3 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 3 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 3 - Listening - Part 4 (1)
Test 3 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3 (4)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 (1)
Test 4 - Listening - Part 1 (2)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 2 (1)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 2 (2)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 (1)
Test 4 - Listening - Part 3 (2)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (1)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (3)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (4)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3 (4)