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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (3)

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
distinct
distinct
[Adjective]

separate and different in a way that is easily recognized

Ex: The twins may look similar, but they have distinct personalities that set them apart. 
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tribe
tribe
[noun]

a social group of families or communities connected by shared ancestry, culture, language, traditions, or leadership

Ex: The tribe has preserved many of its traditional customs for generations. 
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to contribute

to be one of the causes or reasons that helps something happen

Ex: Many factors contribute to the rise in housing prices. 
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to undertake

to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: She undertakes the responsibility of managing the team's day-to-day operations. 
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artifact
artifact
[noun]

a man-made object, tool, weapon, etc. that was created in the past and holds historical or cultural significance

Ex: Artifacts of early tool-making like stone knives and projectile points show the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Paleolithic humans. 
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agrarian
agrarian
[Adjective]

related to agriculture, farmers, or rural life

Ex: The agrarian community relies on farming as the main source of livelihood. 
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indigenous
indigenous
[Adjective]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

Ex: The government implemented policies to protect the rights and traditions of indigenous peoples living in remote areas. 
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communal
communal
[Adjective]

belonging to or shared by a group of people and not only individuals

Ex: The village built a communal garden for everyone to use. 
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to [leave] {one's} mark

to have a powerful and lasting effect on someone or something

Ex: Her kindness left its mark on everyone who met her. 
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immigrant
immigrant
[noun]

someone who comes to live in a foreign country

Ex: The government introduced a new policy to support immigrants integrating into the community. 
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to maintain

to firmly and persistently express an opinion, belief, or statement as true and valid

Ex: She maintains that her interpretation of the data is correct despite the opposition. 
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native
native
[Adjective]

relating to the people who originally lived in a particular place before others arrived or settled there

Ex: The museum contains examples of native art and craftsmanship. 
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to descend

to have a particular person, family, or group among one's ancestors

Ex: Her family descends from settlers who arrived in the region centuries ago. 
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surround
surround
[noun]

the area or conditions immediately around something or someone where it exists or operates

Ex: The lush surround of the garden made it a perfect spot for relaxation. 
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architect
architect
[noun]

a person whose job is to design buildings and often oversee their construction

Ex: Emma hired an architect to design her new house. 
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shadowy
shadowy
[Adjective]

faint or unclear, often making it hard to see or understand fully

Ex: The detective followed the shadowy figure through the foggy streets. 
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at best
at best
[phrase]

‌used when you take the most optimistic view, especially in a bad situation

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purpose
purpose
[noun]

the reason or intention for which something is made, done, or used

Ex: The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the upcoming project deadlines. 
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striking
striking
[Adjective]

very attractive in a noticeable or unusual way

Ex: Olivia looked striking in a simple black dress. 
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consensus
consensus
[noun]

general agreement among the members of a group

Ex: After a long discussion, the committee finally reached a consensus. 
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majority
majority
[noun]

the larger part or number of a given set or group

Ex: The majority of the committee members voted in favor of the new policy. 
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to serve
to serve
[Verb]

to be suitable, advantageous, or occur at a convenient or favorable time

Ex: The weather served for their outdoor wedding, with clear skies and a gentle breeze. 
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function
function
[noun]

the purpose or intended use of something

Ex: The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects. 
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burial ground

a piece of land where people are buried

Ex: The family visited the burial ground on the anniversary. 
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to determine

to learn of and confirm the facts about something through calculation or research

Ex: Scientists regularly determine the chemical composition of substances in the laboratory. 
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astronomer

a scientist who studies or observes planets, stars, and other happenings in the universe

Ex: The astronomer discovered a new exoplanet using advanced telescope technology. 
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cluster
cluster
[noun]

a group of similar things or people that are close together

Ex: A cluster of houses stood near the edge of the forest. 
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megalithic
megalithic
[Adjective]

of or relating to megaliths or the people who erected megaliths

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to correspond

to agree or be consistent with something else

Ex: The witness's account corresponds with the available evidence. 
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astrological
astrological
[Adjective]

relating to or concerned with astrology

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phenomenon

an observable fact, event, or situation, often unusual or not yet fully explained

Ex: Northern lights are a spectacular natural phenomenon. 
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eclipse
eclipse
[noun]

a period during which the sun or moon is temporarily obscured by the shadow of another celestial body

Ex: We watched the solar eclipse through special protective glasses. 
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to receive

to be subjected to or experience a particular reaction or feedback from others

Ex: The new policy received widespread approval from employees, who appreciated its focus on work-life balance. 
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considerable
considerable
[Adjective]

large in quantity, extent, or degree

Ex: The project required a considerable amount of funding to cover all expenses and ensure its success. 
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attention
attention
[noun]

a general interest that leads people to want to know more

Ex: The discovery attracted international attention. 
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critic
critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The film critic praised the director's innovative storytelling and powerful performances in her review. 
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to lack
to lack
[Verb]

to be without or to not have enough of something that is needed or desirable

Ex: She failed to complete the project on time because she lacked the necessary resources. 
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cover
cover
[noun]

the act of hiding something from sight by blocking the view

Ex: The trees provided cover for the soldiers. 
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to obscure

to hide, cover, or prevent something from being clearly seen

Ex: Thick clouds obscured the moon for most of the night. 
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to unearth

to find out about something, particularly by doing research

Ex: Historians unearthed new documents that shed light on the events of the Civil War. 
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to speculate

to form a theory or opinion about a subject without knowing all the facts

Ex: Observing the unusual behavior, scientists began to speculate about the potential causes of the phenomenon. 
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healing
healing
[noun]

the process of becoming healthy again after an injury or illness

Ex: The healing of her broken arm took several weeks, but she eventually regained full mobility. 
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curative
curative
[Adjective]

able to heal or relieve a medical condition

Ex: The herb has curative effects on minor wounds. 
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Iron Age
Iron Age
[noun]

the period that began about 1100 BC when people used iron tools for the first time

Ex: The Iron Age followed the Bronze Age and was marked by the widespread use of iron for tools and weapons. 
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Common Era
Common Era
[Adverb]

used with a date to refer to things happened or existed after the birth of Christ

Ex: The fall of the Western Roman Empire occurred around 476 CE. 
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pit
pit
[noun]

a large excavation where stone, clay, gravel, or other materials are removed from the ground

Ex: The company operates a gravel pit outside the town. 
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to arise
to arise
[Verb]

to begin to exist or become noticeable

Ex: Unexpected challenges can arise during the course of a project, requiring swift problem-solving. 
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sandstone
sandstone
[noun]

a sedimentary rock composed of sand-sized grains, commonly used in construction for its durability and natural beauty

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spot
spot
[noun]

a specific point or location identified relative to surrounding features in an area or region

Ex: The hikers stopped at a scenic spot on the trail. 
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approximately

used to say that something such as a number or amount is not exact

Ex: The journey will take approximately two hours, depending on traffic. 
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finding
finding
[noun]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

Ex: The scientist's finding revealed a new way to treat the disease. 
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equinox
equinox
[noun]

either of the two moments in a year when the Sun, in its apparent motion along the ecliptic, crosses the celestial equator, resulting in approximately equal periods of daylight and darkness worldwide

Ex: The spring equinox marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. 
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