Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 2 - Listening - Part 3

to discuss thoroughly and understand all the details of something

a piece of writing that briefly analyzes or discusses a specific subject

to direct one's attention, energy, or efforts toward a particular goal, task, or objective

a type of writing that uses special language, rhythm, and imagery to express emotions and ideas

the figurative language in literature by which the audience can form vivid mental images

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

a motion picture, TV program, etc. that is created for the public view

to address, manage, or treat a subject, issue, or material in writing, speech, or artistic expression

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded

in a way that is related to seeing, sight, or appearance

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

easy to remember or worth remembering, particularly because of being different or special

the use of various equipment and techniques to illuminate the subjects and environment in a way that enhances the mood, atmosphere, and visual style of the photo or film

a part of a movie, play or book in which the action happens in one place or is of one particular type

with a faint or soft light

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

having a modern or current style or design, often reflecting up-to-date trends

following established practices or standards that are widely accepted or commonly used

exceptionally impressive or outstanding

an unfortunate or disappointing situation that causes regret or sadness

to convey a speech, idea, etc. to an audience in a clear and effective manner

dialogue or spoken text assigned to an actor

appropriate, important, or connected to the current time, situation, or context, often reflecting modern interests or concerns

(psychology) a strong feeling of stress or pressure

to feel a connection or understanding with someone or something

a crime that is intentionally directed toward a person or thing to hurt, intimidate, or kill them

to increase the degree, strength, or severity of something

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

the quality of thought or emotion showing great insight or understanding

a particular perspective or way of looking at a situation or issue

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

an action, thought, or feeling in response to something that has happened

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

a positive quality or attribute that enhances or enriches the overall value or effectiveness of a person or thing

a defining or distinctive feature of something

to explain or show the meaning of something using examples, pictures, etc.

to start being mentally or emotionally engaged or interested in something

a written story that is meant to be performed on a stage, radio, or television

to eventually reach or find oneself in a particular place, situation, or condition, often unexpectedly or as a result of circumstances

an opinion or feeling that one has about someone or something, particularly one formed unconsciously

used to indicate a precaution for a possible future event

a task given to a student to do

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

able to be identified or distinguished from other things or people

to understand or assign meaning to something