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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
to review
to review
[Verb]

to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

Ex: She reviewed the latest novel, highlighting its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes. 
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civil war
civil war
[noun]

a war that is between people who are in the same country

Ex: The American Civil War was fought between the Northern states (Union) and the Southern states (Confederacy) over issues of slavery and states' rights. 
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resounding
resounding
[Adjective]

characterized by resonance

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to execute

to kill someone, especially as a legal penalty

Ex: The condemned criminal was executed by lethal injection after exhausting all appeals. 
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parliamentarian

a person elected to the British Parliament, specifically to the House of Commons

Ex: The parliamentarian raised a critical question during the debate on education reform. 
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principle
principle
[noun]

a fundamental belief or guideline based on what is morally right that influences one's actions and decisions

Ex: She refused to compromise her principles, even when it meant losing the contract. 
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to [do] a deal
to do a deal
[phrase]

to engage in a negotiation or agreement, often in a business context, to reach mutually beneficial terms

Ex: They decided to do a deal with the other company to expand their market. 
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Scot
Scot
[noun]

someone who is from Scotland

Ex: The Scot proudly wore a kilt to the traditional festival. 
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in return for
in return for
[preposition]

used to indicate an action, item, or favor given or done as a compensation for something else

Ex: She offered her assistance in return for their support. 
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to crown
to crown
[Verb]

to place a crown on someone's head in a ceremony so that person officially becomes a king or queen

Ex: In the elaborate coronation ceremony, the Archbishop will crown the new monarch. 
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to prompt
to prompt
[Verb]

to encourage someone to do or say something

Ex: The teacher used thought-provoking questions to prompt students to participate actively in class discussions. 
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parliamentary
parliamentary
[Adjective]

relating to a form of government where the legislature, known as parliament, has significant control over making laws and monitoring the government

Ex: The parliamentary system allows for the formation of a government based on the majority support in the legislature. 
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to invade
to invade
[Verb]

to enter a territory using armed forces in order to occupy or take control of it

Ex: The army decided to invade the neighboring country to secure vital resources. 
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pre-emptive strike

a surprise attack that is launched in order to prevent the enemy from doing it to you

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invasion
invasion
[noun]

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

Ex: The invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. 
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meadow
meadow
[noun]

a piece of land covered in grass and sometimes wild flowers, often used for hay

Ex: The children played in the meadow. 
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subject
subject
[noun]

someone or something that is being described, discussed, or dealt with

Ex: The main subject of today's lecture is the French Revolution. 
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manhunt
manhunt
[noun]

an organized search by police for a person wanted for a crime

Ex: The police launched a manhunt for the suspect. 
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to evade
to evade
[Verb]

to get away from or avoid someone or something, often using cleverness or deceit

Ex: The thief evaded the police by slipping into a hidden alleyway. 
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refuge
refuge
[noun]

a safe or secure place, often emphasizing security or sanctuary

Ex: The library was his refuge from the noise of the city. 
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penniless
penniless
[Adjective]

having no money or financial resources

Ex: She found herself penniless after her business venture failed. 
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to wander
to wander
[Verb]

to travel around without a clear purpose or direction, often covering a large area

Ex: The dog wandered the woods. 
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loyal
loyal
[Adjective]

showing firm and constant support to a person, organization, cause, or belief

Ex: The loyal friend stood by his side through thick and thin, offering unwavering support. 
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restoration

the reinstatement of the monarchy in England, particularly the return of King Charles II to the throne in 1660

Ex: The Restoration, initiated in 1660, marked the return of Charles II to the English throne after the Interregnum. 
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diarist
diarist
[noun]

someone who keeps a diary, especially for the purpose of publication

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intention
intention
[noun]

something that one is aiming, wanting, or planning to do

Ex: She made it clear that her intention was to finish the project ahead of the deadline. 
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extraordinary
extraordinary
[Adjective]

remarkable or very unusual, often in a positive way

Ex: The chef's culinary skills were extraordinary, creating dishes that delighted the palate. 
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episode
episode
[noun]

any of the separate events or series of events occurring in a sequence

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to relate
to relate
[Verb]

to narrate or recount a story, event, or series of events

Ex: Grandparents often relate enchanting tales from their youth, painting vivid pictures of a bygone era. 
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to dye
to dye
[Verb]

to change the color of something using a liquid substance

Ex: She decided to dye her white shirt pink. 
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to scour
to scour
[Verb]

to conduct a thorough search of a place, text, or area in order to find something

Ex: The police scoured the neighborhood for any signs of the missing person. 
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to draw out

to extend in time, length, or duration, often longer than necessary

Ex: The speaker decided to draw out the presentation, providing additional details and examples. 
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preposterous
preposterous
[Adjective]

absurd and contrary to common sense

Ex: The idea that elephants can fly is preposterous and defies all known laws of physics. 
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to adopt
to adopt
[Verb]

to select a new title, place, or practice in place of a former one

Ex: After moving abroad, he chose to adopt a new name that was easier for locals to pronounce. 
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disguise
disguise
[noun]

any item that is worn to change or alter the appearance or to hide someone's identity

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on the grounds that
on the grounds that
[conjunction]

used to give the reason for something

Ex: He refused the invitation on the grounds that he was too busy. 
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dignity
dignity
[noun]

the quality of being worthy of respect and honor, which can be attributed to a person's behavior, actions, or sense of self-worth

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tension
tension
[noun]

(psychology) a strong feeling of stress or pressure

Ex: The tension before her job interview made her palms sweat. 
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presence
presence
[noun]

the state of being present; current existence

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cautiously
cautiously
[Adverb]

in a way that shows carefulness and attention to potential danger, risk, or harm

Ex: She cautiously edged along the narrow ledge. 
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reformed
reformed
[Adjective]

caused to abandon an evil manner of living and follow a good one

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Protestant

a person who follows or adheres to Protestantism

Ex: She is a Protestant who attends the local church every Sunday. 
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to appall
to appall
[Verb]

to shock or horrify someone, causing them to feel alarmed or deeply unpleasantly surprised

Ex: The graphic images of the accident appalled the witnesses, leaving them horrified. 
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execution
execution
[noun]

the act of punishing a criminal by death

Ex: The condemned man's execution was scheduled for dawn the following day. 
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firmly
firmly
[Adverb]

in a resolute, determined, or unwavering manner, often indicating certainty or strength of conviction

Ex: She firmly believes that honesty is the best policy. 
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to bolt
to bolt
[Verb]

to secure things together by using a metal pin that fits into a corresponding metal hole

Ex: The blacksmith expertly bolted the heavy gate to its frame, ensuring stability. 
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head
head
[noun]

the front of a military formation or procession

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invasion
invasion
[noun]

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

Ex: The invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. 
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force
force
[noun]

a group of trained and organized people such as the police, soldiers, etc.

Ex: The police force worked tirelessly to maintain law and order during the city-wide protests. 
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desperate
desperate
[Adjective]

(of people) behaving dangerously or aggressively due to the circumstances

Ex: The police issued a warning about a desperate fugitive who was considered armed and dangerous. 
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courtier
courtier
[noun]

an attendant at the court of a sovereign

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initiative

the first of a series of actions

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to memorialize

be or provide a memorial to a person or an event

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order
order
[noun]

a group of people organized together because they share similar interests or goals

Ex: The ancient order of knights protected the kingdom from external threats. 
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chivalry
chivalry
[noun]

the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct

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knight
knight
[noun]

(in the Middle Ages) a man of high social rank, wearing armor and riding a horse, who is loyal to his king

Ex: The knight rode into battle with his sword raised high. 
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to depict
to depict
[Verb]

to represent or show something or someone by a work of art

Ex: The painting depicts a serene landscape, with rolling hills and a tranquil river winding through the valley. 
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canvas
canvas
[noun]

a piece of cloth that artists paint on, especially with oil paints

Ex: The artist stretched a large piece of canvas across a wooden frame, preparing it for an ambitious oil painting that would capture the beauty of the sunset. 
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recollection

something recalled to the mind

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fugitive
fugitive
[noun]

a person who is actively avoiding capture or is being pursued by law enforcement authorities due to legal charges or criminal activity

Ex: The fugitive was on the run for years before being apprehended by the authorities. 
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secretary
secretary
[noun]

one who holds or guards secrets

Ex: The sacred ritual's formula was taught solely to the secretary. 
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to settle down

to find a place to live and embrace a more stable and routine way of life

Ex: After years of traveling, they decided to settle down in a coastal town. 
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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. 
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scriptwriter

someone whose job is to write the story of a movie, play, TV show, etc.

Ex: The scriptwriter spent months developing the movie’s dialogue. 
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to commence

to start an action or event

Ex: The manager commenced the project by assigning tasks to each team member. 
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narrative
narrative
[noun]

a story or an account of something especially one that is told in a movie, novel, etc.

Ex: The narrative of the film captured the audience's attention from the very beginning. 
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agricultural
agricultural
[Adjective]

related to the practice or science of farming

Ex: Agricultural practices involve the growing of crops and raising of livestock for food production. 
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shears
shears
[noun]

a gardening tool closely resembling scissors as it is made of two large blades that cross each other, used for cutting grass, bushes, and hedges

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to [commit] {sth} to (paper|writing)

to write down thoughts, plans, or ideas so they are recorded and can be remembered, shared, or used later

Ex: The writer committed his memories to paper for his autobiography. 
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sitting
sitting
[noun]

the act of assuming or maintaining a seated position

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retelling
retelling
[noun]

a version of a story or event that has been told again, often with changes in style, details, or point of view

Ex: The teacher asked for a retelling of the story in the student's own words. 
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in train
in train
[phrase]

in a state or condition of progression or occurrence

Ex: A review process is in train to improve the system. 
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on the run
on the run
[phrase]

moving from one place to another in an attempt to not get caught or arrested

Ex: The suspect has been on the run for over a week. 
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