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

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
scene
scene
[noun]

an incident or event, either real or imagined, that is depicted or described with specific details and context

Ex: The car accident created a chaotic scene on the busy highway.Ā 
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case
case
[noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: In this case, we need to follow the company's emergency procedures.Ā 
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extract
extract
[noun]

a short portion or segment taken from a larger work, such as a book, speech, or document

Ex: The book includes an extract from the author's early writings.Ā 
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friendly
friendly
[Adjective]

easy to understand or use

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literacy
literacy
[noun]

the capability to read and write

Ex: The school’s new program focuses on enhancing early childhood literacy.Ā 
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demand
demand
[noun]

a situation or requirement that necessitates relief or assistance

Ex: The flood created a demand for emergency aid.Ā 
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to identify

to find or discover something by searching for its features, characteristics, or details

Ex: She identified the problem after carefully checking the machine.Ā 
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tentative
tentative
[Adjective]

hesitant, timid, and not having enough confidence

Ex: She gave a tentative smile, unsure if she was saying the right thing.Ā 
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plot
plot
[noun]

the events that are crucial to the formation and continuity of a story in a movie, play, novel, etc.

Ex: The plot of the novel kept readers on the edge of their seats with its unexpected twists.Ā 
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character development

the process by which a fictional character is portrayed and transformed throughout a story

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statement
statement
[noun]

something that is expressed through things one says or writes

Ex: His statement about the event was very detailed.Ā 
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textual
textual
[Adjective]

relating to or concerning written or printed material

Ex: The textual analysis of the novel focused on themes of identity and belonging.Ā 
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to wonder
to wonder
[Verb]

to want to know about something particular

Ex: I often wonder what life would be like in a different time period.Ā 
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to advocate

to publicly support or recommend something

Ex: The environmentalist passionately advocates for sustainable living practices.Ā 
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moderation

the act or state of avoiding excess or extremes in thought, behavior, or action

Ex: The key to financial stability is practicing moderation in spending and saving.Ā 
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passionate
passionate
[Adjective]

having or displaying a strong love or enthusiasm for something

Ex: He is a passionate musician, practicing for hours every day to perfect his craft.Ā 
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engagement

the act of participating or being actively involved in something

Ex: His engagement in the community has made a big difference.Ā 
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gap
gap
[noun]

a difference, particularly an unwanted one, causing separation between two people, situations, or opinions

Ex: The gap in understanding between the two generations often leads to disagreements.Ā 
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virtue
virtue
[noun]

a positive moral quality or admirable trait in a person

Ex: Patience is often seen as a great virtue.Ā 
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attainment

the action or fact of achieving a goal or an aim

Ex: Her attainment of the highest academic honor was a result of years of hard work.Ā 
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macro
macro
[Adjective]

very big or wide in scale or scope

Ex: She focused on the macro view of the problem, considering its broader implications.Ā 
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establishment

a business, institution, or facility that operates from a particular place

Ex: The hotel is a five-star establishment near the city center.Ā 
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academically
academically
[Adverb]

with regard to formal education or scholarly activities

Ex: The professor addressed the topic academically, incorporating theories and academic literature into the lecture.Ā 
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selective
selective
[Adjective]

very careful or meticulous in choosing only the best or most suitable options

Ex: The university has a selective admissions process, accepting only the most qualified applicants.Ā 
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bright
bright
[Adjective]

capable of thinking and learning in a good and quick way

Ex: The teacher recognized him as a bright student with a natural curiosity for learning.Ā 
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comprehensive school

a British or Canadian secondary school that provides a broad curriculum to students of all abilities and backgrounds, without selecting based on academic ability

Ex: Students at the comprehensive school benefit from a diverse learning environment that accommodates varying abilities and interests.Ā 
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stream
stream
[noun]

a group of students who are taught together in the same class or classes, typically based on their academic ability or chosen subjects

Ex: The top stream consists of the most academically advanced students who excel in subjects like mathematics and science.Ā 
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intuitively
intuitively
[Adverb]

in a way that is guided by natural understanding or instinct

Ex: She intuitively reached for his hand when the thunder cracked.Ā 
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appealing
appealing
[Adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

Ex: Despite her simple attire, there was something undeniably appealing about her natural beauty.Ā 
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stakeholder

an individual or group with an interest in the success of an organization, project, or initiative

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analogy
analogy
[noun]

a comparison between two different things, done to explain the similarities between them

Ex: Emma employed the analogy of a river flowing downstream to illustrate the passage of time and the inevitability of change.Ā 
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to [take] the lead

to become the person in charge or the main person guiding others

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brisk
brisk
[Adjective]

quick and energetic in movement or action

Ex: She took a brisk walk in the morning to wake herself up.Ā 
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pace
pace
[noun]

a person's speed when walking, moving, or running

Ex: The runner maintained a steady pace throughout the marathon, ensuring they did not tire out too quickly.Ā 
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enthusiasm

a feeling of great excitement and passion

Ex: She showed great enthusiasm for the new project.Ā 
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to wane
to wane
[Verb]

to gradually decrease in intensity, strength, importance, size, influence, etc.

Ex: The popularity of the trend is currently waning among the younger generation.Ā 
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meanwhile
meanwhile
[Adverb]

at the same time but often somewhere else

Ex: She started cooking dinner; meanwhile, her husband set the table.Ā 
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embarrassed
embarrassed
[Adjective]

feeling ashamed and uncomfortable because of something that happened or was said

Ex: She felt embarrassed when she realized she had mispronounced the word.Ā 
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to struggle

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded.Ā 
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to keep up

to move or progress at the same rate as someone or something else

Ex: In the marathon, he struggled to keep up with the leading runners.Ā 
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to bore
to bore
[Verb]

to do something that causes a person become uninterested, tired, or impatient

Ex: The long lecture bored the students.Ā 
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to frustrate

to make someone feel annoyed or upset for not being able to achieve what they desire

Ex: The ongoing delays frustrate her.Ā 
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to burn out

to feel very tired from working too much over a period of time

Ex: She burned herself out by taking on too many projects at once.Ā 
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to summit
to summit
[Verb]

to reach the highest point of a mountain or peak

Ex: The climbers summited Mount Everest at sunrise.Ā 
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straggler
straggler
[noun]

someone who strays or falls behind

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stroll
stroll
[noun]

a relaxed walk taken for enjoyment

Ex: We enjoyed a stroll through the botanical gardens.Ā 
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

to feel discomfort, distress, or unease due to a particular condition or situation

Ex: She is suffering from the intense heat of the summer.Ā 
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collective

a cooperative or united group of individuals, entities, or elements working together for a common purpose or interest

Ex: The collective of artists collaborated to create a mural that reflected the diversity and unity within their community.Ā 
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mediocrity

ordinariness as a consequence of being average and not outstanding

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to prevail

to remain in use, fashion, or existence over time

Ex: Despite changing trends, classic styles continue to prevail in the fashion industry.Ā 
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pedagogical
pedagogical
[Adjective]

of or relating to pedagogy

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paradigm
paradigm
[noun]

a selection of theories and ideas that explain how a particular school, subject, or discipline is generally understood

Ex: The new research shifted the paradigm of how we understand climate change.Ā 
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arguably
arguably
[Adverb]

used to convey that a statement can be supported with reasons or evidence

Ex: He is arguably the best player in the league, consistently delivering outstanding performances.Ā 
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constructivism

a learning theory that suggests learners actively construct their understanding of the world through experiences and reflection

Ex: Constructivism encourages educators to provide authentic tasks and real-world contexts to engage students in meaningful learning experiences.Ā 
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to emerge
to emerge
[Verb]

to become apparent after a period of development, transformation, or investigation

Ex: After undergoing a significant transformation, the old neighborhood emerged as a vibrant cultural hub.Ā 
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to emphasize

to give special attention or importance to something

Ex: Throughout her campaign speech, the candidate emphasized her plans for improving education and healthcare if elected.Ā 
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zone
zone
[noun]

a specific area with unique characteristics

Ex: This park has a zone for picnics and another for sports.Ā 
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proximal
proximal
[Adjective]

located closer to the center of the body or the point where a limb or structure attaches to the main body

Ex: The fracture occurred at the proximal end of the femur, near the hip joint.Ā 
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development

a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

Ex: The development of new technologies has transformed modern life.Ā 
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to achieve

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

Ex: After years of hard work and dedication, she finally achieved her dream of becoming a published author.Ā 
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independently

without assistance from others

Ex: Despite his condition, he lives independently and handles his own finances.Ā 
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scaffolding

a structure consisting of metal poles with wooden planks on them that are put against a building so that workers can climb it or stand on it while constructing the building

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autonomous
autonomous
[Adjective]

(of a person) able to do things and make decisions independently

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to follow
to follow
[Verb]

to be a direct or logical consequence of something

Ex: It's unclear how her promotion follows from her recent performance.Ā 
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efficient
efficient
[Adjective]

(of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity without wasting much time, effort, or money

Ex: The efficient assembly line increased productivity while reducing production costs.Ā 
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regardless of
regardless of
[preposition]

without taking into consideration or being influenced by a particular factor or condition

Ex: I'll be there tomorrow regardless of the weather.Ā 
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aptitude
aptitude
[noun]

natural talent or ability in a particular skill or area

Ex: His aptitude in mathematics made him the top student in the class.Ā 
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madness
madness
[noun]

very stupid behavior that could develop into a dangerous situation

Ex: Driving at high speeds in dense fog is sheer madness and incredibly dangerous.Ā 
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mixed-ability
mixed-ability
[Adjective]

involving people who have different levels of skill, knowledge, or ability in the same group

Ex: The teacher used a mixed-ability approach in the classroom.Ā 
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streaming
streaming
[noun]

a method of teaching where students are divided into groups based on their level of ability or performance

Ex: The school uses streaming to group students by skill level.Ā 
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tracking
tracking
[noun]

a teaching method where students are placed into different courses or learning paths based on their abilities, performance, or future goals

Ex: The school uses tracking to separate academic and vocational students.Ā 
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to diagnose

to find out the cause of a problem or issue by carefully examining the situation or system

Ex: He diagnosed the issue after running several tests.Ā 
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