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

an elaborate and systematic plan of action

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

to restrict or block access to a particular area or passage

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

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

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

functioning correctly after being started or repaired

to prevent entry or access by placing a barrier

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

someone who drives a car or other motor vehicle

used to show complete agreement

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

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

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

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

used to provide a general assessment of a situation

giving encouragement or providing help

clean and natural air from outside that feels good to breathe

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

to watch over someone as a security measure

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

to transition or shift to a different topic or activity

connected logically, causally, or by shared characteristics

the testing of an idea

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

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

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

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

the state of being free from the control of others

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

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