Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 1 - Listening - Part 1

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

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someone who works in an office as someone's assistance, dealing with mail and phone calls, keeping records, making appointments, etc.

Ex: He works as a legal secretary , drafting documents and organizing case files for attorneys .
litter [noun]

waste such as bottles, papers, etc. that people throw on a sidewalk, park, or other public place

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awful [adjective]

extremely unpleasant or disagreeable

Ex: The movie was awful , so we left the theater early .
I am afraid [sentence]

used to indicate a sense of hesitancy, concern, or regret when communicating with others

Ex: I 'm afraid I have to disagree with your interpretation of the data .
to ban [verb]

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

Ex: The company decided to ban smoking in all of its office buildings to promote a healthier work environment .
cliff [noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: Waves crashed against the base of the cliff , sending up sprays of mist .

a protected area of land or water that is set aside for the preservation and protection of natural habitats, wildlife, and plant species

Ex: The wetland nature reserve is home to many rare birds .

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

Ex: The gardener looks after the garden by weeding , watering , and pruning the plants .
path [noun]

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Ex: She walked along the path every morning .
habitat [noun]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Ex: Urban expansion is destroying the habitat of many wild animals .

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

Ex: Homeowners often hire professionals to install air conditioning units for proper cooling .

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

Ex: The loss of biodiversity due to deforestation has significant impacts on global climate patterns .
to run [verb]

to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.

Ex: They ran a fundraising event to support the local animal shelter .

to classify or determine the category of a biological specimen

Ex: The biologist identified the bird by examining its physical traits and behavior .
species [noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The red wolf is a species of wolf that is native to the southeastern United States .

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

Ex: Students are encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities to enrich their school experience .
moth [noun]

a nocturnal winged insect similar to a butterfly that is attracted to the light

woodshed [noun]

a structure or shelter specifically designed for storing firewood or logs

Ex: She spent the afternoon organizing the firewood in the woodshed , preparing for the cold season .

to do something in response to a particular situation, often to address a problem or achieve a goal

Ex: To combat climate change , it 's essential for individuals and governments to take action .

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

Ex: The new advertisement campaign aimed to attract a younger audience with its modern and dynamic approach .
forthcoming [adjective]

referring to an event or occurrence that is about to happen very soon

Ex: The politician remained tight-lipped about any forthcoming policy initiatives .
appropriate [adjective]

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

Ex: Bringing a gift is appropriate when attending a party .
nest box [noun]

a small structure made to give birds or small animals a safe place to build a nest and raise their young

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to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood

Ex: Seeing the closed doors , she presumed that the store had already shut for the day .
guided [adjective]

directed, controlled, or assisted by someone or something to follow a specific path or achieve a goal

Ex: He felt more confident with a guided approach to his workout routine .

the area with farms, fields, and trees, that is outside cities and towns

Ex: They rented a cottage in the countryside for a weekend getaway .
low tide [noun]

the lowest (farthest) ebb of the tide

to sound [verb]

to convey or make a specific impression when read about or when heard

Ex: Your friend 's suggestion for a road trip sounds exciting .
range [noun]

a variety of things that are different but are of the same general type

Ex: The restaurant 's menu features a range of dishes from different cuisines around the world .
seal [noun]

a large sea animal with flippers that eats fish, can live on land and in water, and is hunted by humans for its fur

Ex: Seals use their flippers to propel themselves through the water with remarkable agility , hunting for fish and other prey .
coast [noun]

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

Ex: The rocky coast was a popular spot for birdwatchers .
picnic [noun]

the meal that people eat during an outing in nature, typically in a park or on a beach

waterproof [adjective]

not damaged by the water or not letting water through

woodwork [noun]

the craft or skill of working with wood to create objects, structures, or decorative items using various tools and techniques

session [noun]

a scheduled period of teaching, instruction, or learning activities conducted within a defined timeframe

Ex: Students actively participated in discussions and group activities throughout the session .
expert [noun]

an individual with a great amount of knowledge, skill, or training in a particular field

Ex: The finance expert gave valuable advice on managing money .

a person who takes part or engages in an activity or event

Ex: The competition had many skilled participants .
ambitious [adjective]

trying or wishing to gain great success, power, or wealth

Ex: Maria is an ambitious student , always aiming for top grades and participating in numerous extracurricular activities .
charge [noun]

the sum of money that needs to be payed for a thing or service

Ex: The mechanic quoted a reasonable charge for repairing the car 's brakes .
to camp [verb]

to make a temporary home or shelter, usually outdoors or in the wild

Ex: As part of the outdoor education program , students learned how to camp in the wilderness .

to keep a vehicle, building, road, etc. in good condition by doing regular repairs, renovations, or examinations

Ex: The city allocates funds to maintain public parks and recreational areas .