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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic - Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
sculptor
[noun]

someone who makes works of art by carving or shaping stone, wood, clay, metal, etc. into different forms

Ex: The community commissioned the sculptor to create a public art installation that would reflect the city 's cultural heritage and identity .
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leading
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greatest in significance, importance, degree, or achievement

Ex: Poor sanitation is the leading cause of the disease.
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figure
[noun]

a person of importance, fame, or public recognition

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a type of secondary school in the UK that traditionally provided education in classical languages and literature, as well as mathematics and sciences

Ex: The debate over grammar schools continues as policymakers discuss their role in modern education systems and strategies for improving social mobility .
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to comply
[Verb]

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: Last month , the construction team complied with the revised building codes .
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to no longer continue something altogether

Ex: Faced with mounting debts and diminishing profits , the entrepreneur reluctantly decided to abandon his business venture .
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to enroll
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to officially register oneself or someone else as a participant in a course, school, etc.

Ex: She decided to enroll in a cooking class .
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to give a responsibility or job to someone

Ex: The experienced manager appointed specific roles during a period of organizational change .
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to award
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to recognize someone's achievements by giving them something such as an official prize, payment, etc.

Ex: The jury will award the winning design with a cash prize and the opportunity for implementation .
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a sum of money given by an educational institution to someone with great ability in order to financially support their education

Ex: The university offers several scholarships to students from low-income backgrounds .
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the act of educating a person about a particular subject

Ex: She had no formal instruction in music .
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to range
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to have or include a variety of what is mentioned

Ex: His skills ranged from programming and web design to graphic design and video editing .
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primitive
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basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

Ex: The technology they were using seemed primitive by today 's standards .
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to move away from one's area of interest or original path

Ex: After years of pursuing a career in finance , she felt the need to turn away and follow her passion for environmental activism .
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cast
[noun]

an object produced by pouring liquid material into a mold and letting it solidify

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spirit
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a supernatural being or force that may be benevolent or malevolent, and which is often associated with specific locations, natural phenomena, or emotions

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to bend the upper body backwards

Ex: She reclined on the beach chair , soaking up the sun and listening to the sound of the waves .
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figure
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a recreation of a human or animal body in sculpture or drawing

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an angle measuring exactly 90 degrees

Ex: The carpenter adjusted the miter saw to cut the molding at a perfect right angle for seamless installation .
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to capture someone's interest or curiosity

Ex: The intricate plot of the novel fascinates readers , keeping them engaged until the end .
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the quality or state of being new, creative, and unique, not copied from another thing

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depiction
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representation by drawing or painting etc

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mask
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a covering for the face, typically made of cloth, paper, or plastic, worn to protect or hide the face

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exceptional
[Adjective]

significantly better or greater than what is typical or expected

Ex: His exceptional skills as a pianist earned him numerous awards .
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acknowledgment or approval given to someone or something for their achievements, qualities, or actions

Ex: The company 's commitment to sustainability earned it global recognition.
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to make someone feel certain about the truth of something

Ex: The scientist presented her research findings at the conference in an attempt to convince her peers of the validity and significance of her discoveries .
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merit
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an admirable quality, trait, or characteristic in a person or thing

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emerging
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coming into existence

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movement
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a group of people with a common political, social, or artistic goal who work together to achieve it

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a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

Ex: The rise of civilization in Mesopotamia marked the beginning of recorded history .
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to reside in a specific place

Ex: The desert is sparsely inhabited due to its harsh climate .
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abstract
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(of a form of art) showing forms, colors, or shapes that do not represent real-world objects, focusing on ideas or emotions instead

Ex: The gallery featured an exhibit of abstract paintings that challenged traditional notions of representation .
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a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

Ex: The gallery hosted an exhibition of vintage posters from the early 20th century .
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fellow
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used to refer to someone who shares similarities with one such as job, interest, etc. or is in the same situation

Ex: Despite their differences , they remained united as fellow citizens of the same country .
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call
[noun]

a strong request or demand for something to happen, often expressed publicly

Ex: Calls for justice were heard after the unfair decision was made .
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a written document indicating an individual's intention to leave their job or position

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to expire
[Verb]

(of a document, contract, etc.) to no longer be legally recognized because of reaching the end of validity period

Ex: His passport expired while he was abroad , causing delays and complications when trying to return home .
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one's natural desire and feeling to take a specific action or act in a particular manner

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to change the shape or condition of something in a way that is no longer clear or natural

Ex: The extreme heat distorted the plastic containers , causing them to warp and lose their original shape .
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radical
[Adjective]

(of actions, ideas, etc.) very new and different from the norm

Ex: She took a radical step by quitting her job to travel the world .
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at times
[Adverb]

at moments that are not constant or regular

Ex: He can be unpredictable , getting into heated debates at times.
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a book with sheets of paper that can be used for drawing

Ex: I bought a new sketchbook to start working on my art class assignments .
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to share similarities in appearance, characteristics, or qualities

Ex: The newly discovered species bears a resemblance to a previously known but extinct animal.
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numerous
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indicating a large number of something

Ex: The city is known for its numerous historical landmarks and tourist attractions .
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londoner
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a native or resident of London

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a formal request for an artist to paint, design or compose a piece of art

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to depict
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to represent or show something or someone by a work of art

Ex: The stained glass window in the church depicts religious scenes from the Bible .
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to indicate a meaning

Ex: The decline in stock prices may signify economic instability .
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humanistic
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pertaining to or concerned with the humanities

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the specific theme or topic that a work of art, speech, etc. contains

Ex: The poet 's work grapples with the subject matter of mortality and the passage of time , reflecting on the fleeting nature of existence .
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to cast
[Verb]

to shape metal or other material by pouring it into a mold while it is in a molten or liquid state

Ex: The blacksmith cast the molten steel into specialized molds , forging components for industrial machinery .
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boost
[noun]

an increase in price or expense, often sudden or noticeable

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to accept something as a challenge

Ex: She decided to take on the project , despite its complexity .
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scale
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the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

Ex: We need to assess the scale of the problem before deciding on a suitable solution .
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critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The art critic's insightful analysis of the paintings on display helped visitors better understand the artist's techniques and influences.
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menace
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someone or something that causes or is likely to cause danger or damage

Ex: The invasive plant species posed a menace to the native vegetation in the region .
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a clear understanding of a problem, situation, or concept

Ex: The report reflects careful appreciation of market trends .
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acclaim
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admiration for achievements, often in art, performance, leadership, or innovation

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the general opinion that the public has about someone or something because of what they did in the past

Ex: The artist 's reputation grew after several successful exhibitions of her work .
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