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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)

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

to provide the energy or inspiration needed to drive or enhance a specific activity or process

Ex: The coach's speech fueled the team's determination to win. 
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to compile

to create something, like a list or book, by gathering information from different places

Ex: She compiled a list of the best restaurants in the city. 
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faculty
faculty
[noun]

a branch within a university or college, responsible for teaching and research in a specific subject area or field of study

Ex: She joined the faculty of science to pursue her interest in biology. 
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record
record
[noun]

an item that provides lasting evidence or information about past events, actions, or conditions

Ex: The diary served as a personal record of her daily life and thoughts. 
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ledger
ledger
[noun]

a book or digital record that contains financial transactions and balances, organized by accounts

Ex: The accountant updated the ledger with the latest transactions. 
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parish
parish
[noun]

an area with a church of its own that is under the care of a priest

Ex: The parish is known for its strong sense of community and active involvement in local charities. 
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register
register
[noun]

a formal record or log where specific information, such as names, dates, or transactions, is systematically recorded

Ex: The librarian maintained a register to keep track of borrowed books and their return dates. 
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census
census
[noun]

a periodic count of the population

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tax
tax
[noun]

a sum of money that has to be paid, based on one's income, to the government so it can provide people with different kinds of public services

Ex: April 15th is the deadline for filing income tax returns in the United States. 
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inventory
inventory
[noun]

a detailed list or record of all the items or goods in stock or on hand within a particular location, organization, or system

Ex: The warehouse manager conducted a monthly inventory count to track stock levels. 
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possession

(usually plural) anything that a person has or owns at a specific time

Ex: As he packed his possessions into boxes, memories flooded back from years spent in the old house. 
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archive
archive
[noun]

a place or a collection of records or documents of historical importance

Ex: The library's archive contains rare manuscripts and historical documents dating back centuries. 
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conundrum
conundrum
[noun]

a problem or question that is confusing and needs a lot of skill or effort to solve or answer

Ex: The meaning of life has always been a conundrum that philosophers have pondered for centuries. 
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to puzzle
to puzzle
[Verb]

to confuse someone, often by presenting something mysterious or difficult to understand

Ex: The riddle puzzles her. 
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economist
economist
[noun]

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

Ex: The economist predicted a downturn in the housing market based on current economic indicators. 
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causal
causal
[Adjective]

related to the relationship between two things in which one is the cause of the other

Ex: The experiment aims to determine whether there is a causal connection between diet and heart disease. 
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link
link
[noun]

a relationship or connection between two or more things or people

Ex: There is a strong link between exercise and overall health. 
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productively
productively
[Adverb]

in a manner that results in significant efficiency or accomplishment

Ex: She worked productively on the project, completing it well before the deadline. 
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critical
critical
[Adjective]

extremely important or necessary

Ex: During the negotiation, reaching a compromise on the key issues was critical to reaching a mutually beneficial agreement. 
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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. 
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rate
rate
[noun]

the number of times something changes or happens during a specific period of time

Ex: The crime rate in the city has decreased significantly over the past year. 
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to industrialize

develop industry; become industrial

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mediocre
mediocre
[Adjective]

substandard or below average

Ex: The cake was mediocre, dry and almost inedible. 
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to struggle

to move forward or make progress with difficulty

Ex: She struggled through the thick mud, determined to reach the finish line. 
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to analyze

to examine or study something in detail in order to explain or understand it

Ex: The scientist needed to analyze the data to draw meaningful conclusions from the experiment. 
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belongings

a person's possessions, such as clothes or other items they own

Ex: She packed all her belongings into a suitcase before moving to a new city. 
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badger
badger
[noun]

a nocturnal animal belonging to the weasel family with short legs and gray fur

Ex: European badgers are common in woodlands and rural areas throughout Europe, recognized by their black and white facial markings. 
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sewing machine

a machine used to sew fabric and other materials together with thread

Ex: She used a sewing machine to create her own dress. 
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scarlet
scarlet
[Adjective]

having a bright red color

Ex: With a scarlet dress, she captivated the gala attendees as she gracefully entered the room. 
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bodice
bodice
[noun]

a corset worn to shape and support the torso

Ex: Many historical costumes featured a rigid bodice to create an hourglass figure. 
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worldly
worldly
[Adjective]

characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world

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goods
goods
[noun]

items made or produced for sale

Ex: The store offers a wide range of goods, from fresh produce to handmade crafts. 
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craft
craft
[noun]

a practice requiring experience and skill, in which objects are made with one's hands

Ex: Pottery is a craft that has been practiced for thousands of years. 
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to reveal
to reveal
[Verb]

to make information that was previously unknown or kept in secrecy publicly known

Ex: In her memoir, the author courageously revealed her struggles with mental illness. 
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slate
slate
[noun]

a smooth, flat, fine-grained rock or a similar material used for writing on with chalk

Ex: In the 19th century, students used slate for writing lessons in schools. 
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asset
asset
[noun]

a valuable resource or quality owned by an individual, organization, or entity, typically with economic value and the potential to provide future benefits

Ex: Real estate is considered a valuable asset due to its potential for long-term appreciation and rental income. 
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debt
debt
[noun]

an amount of money or a favor that is owed

Ex: After years of diligent saving, he finally managed to pay off his student debt. 
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signature
signature
[noun]

a person's name written in a specific and unique way, often for the purpose of authentication or verification

Ex: She signed the document with her usual signature. 
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estimate
estimate
[noun]

a judgment or calculation of the size, extent, value, etc. of something without knowing the exact details or numbers

Ex: The contractor provided an estimate for the cost of renovating the kitchen. 
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to indicate

to show, point out, or suggest the existence, presence, or nature of something

Ex: The thermometer indicates that the temperature is rising. 
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numeracy
numeracy
[noun]

the ability to understand and work with numbers effectively in various contexts

Ex: Numeracy is essential for tasks such as budgeting, measuring ingredients for cooking, and calculating discounts while shopping. 
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obstacle
obstacle
[noun]

an intangible difficulty or challenge that must be overcome

Ex: Fear of failure was the main obstacle to her success. 
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guild
guild
[noun]

an association of people who work in the same industry or have similar goals or interests

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to stifle
to stifle
[Verb]

to suppress, restrain, or hinder the growth, development, or intensity of something

Ex: The strict rules and regulations served to stifle creativity and innovation within the organization. 
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printing press

a type of printing machine that uses a flat metal plate with a design etched into it to transfer ink to paper

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enrollment

the process or action of joining a school, course, etc.

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indicator
indicator
[noun]

something that is used to measure a particular condition or value

Ex: The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health. 
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industriousness

persevering determination to perform a task

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association

an organization of people who have a common purpose

Ex: The local book association hosts monthly meetings at the community center. 
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artisan
artisan
[noun]

a skilled craftsperson who creates objects partly or entirely by hand

Ex: The artisan crafted beautiful pottery by hand. 
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merchant
merchant
[noun]

someone who buys and sells goods wholesale

Ex: The merchant traveled across the seas to trade spices and silk with distant lands. 
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to oversee

to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

Ex: She was hired to oversee the day-to-day operations of the company. 
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of applying or implementing an idea, theory, or plan into real-world actions or activities

Ex: The proposed solution seemed ideal in theory, but it faced several challenges in practice. 
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demographic
demographic
[Adjective]

relating to the population of a particular group, area, or society

Ex: The demographic makeup of the city has changed significantly over the past decade. 
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reconstruction

the process of reorganizing or repairing a system or structure

Ex: The reconstruction of the company's policies improved productivity. 
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descendant

someone who shares the same blood with a specific person who lived many years ago

Ex: The historian traced her family's lineage back to a prominent historical figure, claiming to be a direct descendant. 
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to unfold
to unfold
[Verb]

to develop or progress in a way that shows promise or potential

Ex: As the project continued, new opportunities began to unfold. 
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to chastise

to severely criticize, often with the intention of correcting someone's behavior or actions

Ex: The teacher chastised the student for disrupting the class with loud behavior. 
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sermon
sermon
[noun]

a moral or religious speech, usually given during a church service

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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. 
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cross
cross
[Adjective]

involving two or more different groups, areas, or types that are working together, connected, or influencing each other

Ex: Cross-functional meetings help departments work together. 
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spinster
spinster
[noun]

someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads)

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