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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 book opens with a dramatic scene of a shipwreck .
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case
case
[noun]

an example of a certain kind of situation

Ex: In the case of severe weather , the event will be postponed .
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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: He shared an extract from the letter that was particularly meaningful .
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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: Literacy is essential for accessing information and education .
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demand
demand
[noun]

a situation or requirement that necessitates relief or assistance

Ex: Economic crises generate demand for governmental support .
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to identify

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

Ex: They went to identify where the ruins were located .
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tentative
tentative
[Adjective]

hesitant, timid, and not having enough confidence

Ex: The child gave a tentative wave , unsure if he should be noticed .
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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: Critics praised the plot of the film for its originality and depth .
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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: The teacher asked for a statement from each student on the topic .
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textual
textual
[Adjective]

relating to or concerning written or printed material

Ex: The author 's textual style was characterized by vivid descriptions and rich imagery .
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to wonder
to wonder
[Verb]

to want to know about something particular

Ex: The detective could n't help but wonder who the mysterious figure in the photograph could be .
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to advocate

to publicly support or recommend something

Ex: Parents often advocate for improvements in the education system for the benefit of their children .
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moderation

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

Ex: It 's important to enjoy sweets in moderation to maintain a healthy diet .
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passionate
passionate
[Adjective]

having or displaying a strong love or enthusiasm for something

Ex: She 's a passionate reader , devouring books of all genres with enthusiasm .
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engagement

the act of participating or being actively involved in something

Ex: The company values employee engagement in decision-making .
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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 expectations between the teacher and her students resulted in frustration on both sides .
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virtue
virtue
[noun]

a positive moral quality or admirable trait in a person

Ex: Many cultures teach that humility is a key virtue.
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attainment

the action or fact of achieving a goal or an aim

Ex: Achieving a perfect score on the exam was a significant attainment for her .
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macro
macro
[Adjective]

very big or wide in scale or scope

Ex: Macro policies are those that affect large areas , like countries or whole industries .
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establishment

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

Ex: The family has owned the same retail establishment for decades .
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academically
academically
[Adverb]

with regard to formal education or scholarly activities

Ex: The debate was conducted academically, with participants citing research to support their arguments .
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selective
selective
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She has a selective approach to hiring , only considering candidates with exceptional qualifications .
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bright
bright
[Adjective]

capable of thinking and learning in a good and quick way

Ex: She was a bright learner , always eager to dive into new subjects .
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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: Graduates of comprehensive schools often pursue various paths after completing their secondary education , including further study or entering the workforce .
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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: Jack requested to be moved to the intermediate stream for mathematics to receive additional support and challenge .
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intuitively
intuitively
[Adverb]

in a way that is guided by natural understanding or instinct

Ex: She intuitively knew the right thing to say to calm him .
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appealing
appealing
[Adjective]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

Ex: His rugged good looks and charismatic personality made him appealing to both men and women alike.
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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: The analogy between a bird ’s wings and an airplane ’s wings helped students understand flight .
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to take the lead

to agree to be in charge of a situation

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brisk
brisk
[Adjective]

quick and energetic in movement or action

Ex: She gave the horse a brisk rubdown after their ride.
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pace
pace
[noun]

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

Ex: They set a brisk pace for their daily walk , aiming to get their heart rates up .
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enthusiasm

a feeling of great excitement and passion

Ex: Their enthusiasm for the event made it a huge success .
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to wane
to wane
[Verb]

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

Ex: The organization expects the controversy to wane as more information becomes available .
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meanwhile
meanwhile
[Adverb]

at the same time but often somewhere else

Ex: She was at the grocery store , and meanwhile, I was waiting at home for her call .
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embarrassed
embarrassed
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He was clearly embarrassed by the mistake he made.
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to struggle

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

Ex: Right now , the climbers are struggling to reach the summit .
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to keep up

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

Ex: Athletes train rigorously to build endurance and strength , allowing them to keep up in their respective sports .
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to bore
to bore
[Verb]

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

Ex: She has bored herself by staying indoors all day.
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to frustrate

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

Ex: His repeated attempts have frustrated him .
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to burn out

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

Ex: She realized that the non-stop pace of her lifestyle was burning her out.
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to summit
to summit
[Verb]

to reach the highest point of a mountain or peak

Ex: The expedition aimed to summit several peaks in the region .
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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: She invited him for a stroll around the city to explore new cafes .
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

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

Ex: He was suffering from a lack of sleep due to late-night studying .
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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 labor union acted as a collective to negotiate fair wages and working conditions on behalf of its members .
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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 the rise of modern technologies , print books still prevail in many people 's lives .
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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 old paradigm was replaced by a more modern and effective model .
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arguably
arguably
[Adverb]

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

Ex: Arguably, the recent changes to the city 's infrastructure have contributed to a better quality of life for residents .
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constructivism

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

Ex: Sarah 's academic growth can be attributed to the constructivism approach used in her classroom .
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to emerge
to emerge
[Verb]

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

Ex: After years of hard work , her natural talent began to emerge, making her a standout in the music industry .
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to emphasize

to give special attention or importance to something

Ex: His use of silence in the speech emphasized the gravity of the situation , leaving the audience in contemplative silence .
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zone
zone
[noun]

a specific area with unique characteristics

Ex: He entered the no-phone zone to focus on his work .
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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: In some plants , flowers grow on the proximal end of the stem closest to the root .
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development

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

Ex: They monitored the development of the plant to understand its growth patterns .
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to achieve

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

Ex: The student 's perseverance and late-night study sessions helped him achieve high scores on the challenging exams .
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independently

without assistance from others

Ex: He travels independently, never relying on guided tours .
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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 does n't necessarily follow that eating chocolate leads to weight gain .
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efficient
efficient
[Adjective]

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

Ex: An efficient irrigation system conserves water while ensuring crops receive adequate moisture .
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regardless of
regardless of
[preposition]

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

Ex: Regardless of the cost , they are determined to renovate their home .
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aptitude
aptitude
[noun]

natural talent or ability in a particular skill or area

Ex: The company is looking for candidates with a strong aptitude for technology .
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madness
madness
[noun]

very stupid behavior that could develop into a dangerous situation

Ex: Starting a new business without a clear plan or market research is often seen as entrepreneurial madness.
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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: Mixed-ability lessons include both simple and advanced tasks.
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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: Some schools have replaced streaming with mixed-ability teaching .
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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: They reviewed the effects of tracking on student achievement.
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to diagnose

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

Ex: The team diagnosed the delay in production .
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