Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)

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badge [noun]

a small item made of metal or plastic with words or a logo on it that a person carries to show their membership in an organization

Ex: The detective examined the crime scene , carefully collecting evidence and photographing each shattered glass shard with a numbered evidence badge .

to date [verb]

to determine or figure out when something happened or was created

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to assign [verb]

to categorize or organize something into specific groups or classifications

Ex: She assigned the incoming emails into folders for better organization .

Iron Age [noun]

the period that began about 1100 BC when people used iron tools for the first time

Ex: The discovery of iron-smelting techniques allowed Iron Age cultures to produce stronger and more efficient tools .

controversial [adjective]

causing a lot of strong public disagreement or discussion

Ex: The controversial film explored sensitive social issues , prompting both praise and criticism from viewers .

enigmatic [adjective]

difficult to understand or interpret

Ex: The ancient symbols on the wall were enigmatic clues from a bygone era .

historian [noun]

someone who studies or records historical events

Ex: The museum consulted a historian to verify the artifact 's origin .

prehistoric [adjective]

relating or belonging to the time before history was recorded

Ex: The museum exhibit showcased prehistoric fossils of dinosaurs and other ancient creatures .

monk [noun]

a member of a male religious group that lives in a monastery

Ex: Monks often engage in manual labor as part of their daily routine to support their community .

priory [noun]

a place of residence for a community of nuns or monks that is smaller or less important compared to an abbey

overlying [adjective]

placed on or over something else

to reveal [verb]

to make something visible

Ex: As the fog lifted , it revealed a picturesque view of the valley below .

gleaming [adjective]

shining or reflecting light in a bright way

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to scour [verb]

to clean something thoroughly by scrubbing it hard with a rough or tough material

Ex: He scoured the grill grates with a wire brush to remove burnt residue .

fairly [adverb]

more than average, but not too much

Ex: She is fairly good at playing the piano .

to associate [verb]

to make a connection between someone or something and another in the mind

Ex: Some students associate the library with a quiet and focused environment for studying .

to bother [verb]

to put effort and energy into doing something

Ex: Do n't bother trying to fix the old computer ; it 's beyond repair .

to clear away [verb]

to remove items or obstacles, often to create a clear or open space

Ex: The magician cleared away the props to reveal a surprise at the end of the performance .

to expose [verb]

to reveal, uncover, or make visible something that was hidden or covered

Ex: The construction workers removed the old plaster to expose the original brickwork of the historic building .

outline [noun]

the visible edge or contour that marks the limits of an object

Ex: The silhouette showed only the outline of her figure .

testament [noun]

strong evidence or proof that supports something, emphasizing its validity or significance

Ex: The community 's response to the disaster showed testament to their resilience .

continuity [noun]

the state of happening or existing over a period of time without change or interruption

to stretch [verb]

to cover a significant distance or expanse

Ex: The forest stretches deep into the wilderness , home to a diverse range of plant and animal species .

millennium [noun]

a period of one thousand years, usually calculated from the year of the birth of Jesus Christ

Ex: The medieval cathedral took nearly a millennium to complete , showcasing exquisite craftsmanship .

stylized [adjective]

using artistic forms and conventions to create effects; not natural or spontaneous

representation [noun]

a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something

sleek [adjective]

streamlined in shape or design, reducing resistance and allowing for smooth, efficient movement or appearance

Ex: The boat 's sleek , streamlined body allowed it to glide smoothly over the water .

disjointed [adjective]

physically detached, especially where two parts are normally connected

Ex: He suffered a disjointed knee during the match .

to stream [verb]

to flow or move freely in the wind, like hair or fabric

Ex: The ribbons on the kite streamed gracefully in the breeze .

beaked [adjective]

having or resembling a beak

elegant [adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple yet elegant , with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .

to melt [verb]

to become less intense and gradually diminish

Ex: As the music played softly , the stress and worries of the day melted .

landscape [noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail .

to situate [verb]

to place something in a particular position or setting

Ex: The event planner decided to situate the stage at the center of the venue for optimal visibility .

steep [adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: The steep driveway made it difficult for cars to climb in icy conditions .

slope [noun]

a raised landform, hill, or incline

Ex: Farmers planted crops along the slope to prevent erosion .

Bronze Age [noun]

the period when iron was not discovered and people used bronze to make tools

Ex: Archaeologists uncovered a Bronze Age burial site , revealing intricate jewelry and weapons crafted from bronze .

circa [preposition]

used typically before a date to show that it is not exact

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Before Common Era [adverb]

a secular designation used to represent dates in the Gregorian calendar before the traditional reference point of the birth of Jesus Christ

figure [noun]

a diagram or illustration that is used to show or explain something, such as a chart, graph, or drawing

Ex: He included a figure in his presentation to highlight the key findings .

hillside [noun]

a sloping surface or area of land that forms the side of a hill or mountain

Ex: Sheep grazed peacefully on the hillside .

scattered [adjective]

happening at irregular intervals or spread far apart over various locations

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vast [adjective]

very great in amount or number

Ex: The vast number of volunteers ensured the event ran smoothly .

county [noun]

(United Kingdom) a political division that has its own local government

giant [noun]

a creature that is unusually large in size

Ex: The explorer documented a giant in the rainforest , a snake over 30 feet long .

cross [noun]

a mark or an object formed by two short lines or pieces crossing each other

Ex: The flag of Switzerland features a white cross on a red background .

regimental [adjective]

belonging to or concerning a regiment

geoglyph [noun]

a large design or drawing made on the ground, usually by arranging stones, removing soil, or shaping the land, so it can be seen clearly from above

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chalk [noun]

a group of soft, white rock layers made mainly from the remains of tiny sea animals, often found in hills, cliffs, or underground

Ex: Fossils were found deep in the chalk .

downland [noun]

an area of open hills with chalk soil, usually covered in grass and found in southern England

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)
Test 2 - Listening - Part 1	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2	Test 2 - Listening - Part 3	Test 2 - Listening - Part 4
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)	Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 3 - Listening - Part 1	Test 3 - Listening - Part 2
Test 3 - Listening - Part 3	Test 3 - Listening - Part 4	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 3 - Reading - Passage 2	Test 3 - Reading - Passage 3	Test 4 - Listening - Part 1	Test 4 - Listening - Part 2
Test 4 - Listening - Part 3	Test 4 - Listening - Part 4	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 1	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)
Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3