Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic - Test 3 - Listening - Part 2

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 3 - Listening - Part 2 in the Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
scheme
scheme [noun]

an organized and carefully planned course of action

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resident
resident [noun]

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

Ex: Residents of the neighborhood formed a community watch program to improve safety .
to close off
to close off [verb]

to restrict or block access to a particular area or passage

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to catch on
to catch on [verb]

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

Ex: She introduced a unique fashion style that caught on , inspiring many to adopt a similar look .
toddler
toddler [noun]

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

Ex: The daycare center had a special play area designed for toddlers .
to campaign
to campaign [verb]

to actively support or promote a particular cause, idea, or belief, often through organized efforts, advocacy, or public engagement

Ex: He campaigned for the new policy , meeting with community leaders and gathering petitions .
up and running
up and running [adjective]

functioning correctly after being started or repaired

Ex: After the power outage , the office is up and running again .
to block off
to block off [verb]

to prevent entry or access by placing a barrier

Ex: The organizers had to block off the backstage area .
council
council [noun]

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

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motorist
motorist [noun]

someone who drives a car or other motor vehicle

Ex: He helped a fellow motorist jump-start a dead battery .
demand
demand [noun]

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

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to [give] {sth} a go
to [give] {sth} a go [phrase]

to make an attempt at doing or trying something, often with the intent of testing one's abilities or exploring a new experience

Ex: Do n't be afraid to give public speaking a go ; you might surprise yourself .
to complain
to complain [verb]

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

Ex: Instead of complaining , try to find constructive solutions to the challenges you face .
minority
minority [noun]

the smaller in number or less dominant part of a group or two parts

Ex: The minority of students preferred the new curriculum , while the majority opposed it .
on the whole
on the whole [adverb]

used to provide a general assessment of a situation

Ex: On the whole , the company 's performance has improved significantly over the past year .
supportive
supportive [adjective]

giving encouragement or providing help

Ex: The manager was known for creating a supportive work environment where employees felt valued and empowered to succeed .
fresh air
fresh air [noun]

clean and natural air from outside that feels good to breathe

Ex: Going outside for fresh air can help clear your mind .
to stare
to stare [verb]

to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

Ex: The student is staring at the math problem , trying to solve it .
to supervise
to supervise [verb]

to watch over someone as a security measure

Ex: The nurse supervises the patients in the recovery room to monitor their condition .
extended family
extended family [noun]

a large family group consisting of parents and children that might also include grandparents, aunts, or uncles

Ex: During the holidays , the extended family gathers at the grandparents ' house for a big feast .
to move on
to move on [verb]

to transition or shift to a different topic or activity

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related
related [adjective]

connected logically, causally, or by shared characteristics

Ex: The issues are related , and solving one may help address the other .
experiment
experiment [noun]

the process of testing or trying out a new idea

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to persuade
to persuade [verb]

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

Ex: During the business negotiation , the salesperson tried to persuade the client to agree to a favorable deal .
to run
to run [verb]

(of means of transportation) to make a scheduled and regular journey along a specific route

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sales
sales [noun]

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

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sense
sense [noun]

an overall, conscious recognition or understanding of a situation, feeling, or environment

Ex: There was a sense of unease in the room as they awaited the verdict .
independence
independence [noun]

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own .
atmosphere
atmosphere [noun]

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

Ex: The party had a festive atmosphere with colorful decorations and lively music .
noise pollution
noise pollution [noun]

any unwanted or excessive sound that may cause harm or disturbance to human or animal life

Ex: The government introduced new laws to reduce noise pollution .
Cambridge IELTS 15 - 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 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
Test 2 - Reading - Passage 2 Test 2 - Reading - Passage 3 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 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 Test 4 - Reading - Passage 3