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

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sculptor [noun]

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

Ex: The sculptor 's workshop was filled with tools and unfinished pieces , each revealing the artist 's dedication to their craft .

leading [adjective]

greatest in significance, importance, degree, or achievement

Ex:

figure [noun]

a person of importance, fame, or public recognition

Ex: The scientist is a respected figure in her field .

grammar school [noun]

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

Ex: In England , grammar schools typically admit students based on academic ability through selective entrance exams .

to comply [verb]

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: The company implemented new security measures , and everyone needs to comply .

to abandon [verb]

to no longer continue something altogether

Ex: After numerous setbacks and unforeseen obstacles , the team decided to abandon the ambitious project .

to enroll [verb]

to officially register oneself or someone else as a participant in a course, school, etc.

Ex: New employees are required to enroll in the company 's orientation program .

to appoint [verb]

to give a responsibility or job to someone

Ex: It 's common for companies to appoint experienced managers to lead crucial departments .

to award [verb]

to recognize someone's achievements by giving them something such as an official prize, payment, etc.

Ex: The sports league will award medals to the top three finishers in each category .

scholarship [noun]

a sum of money given by an educational institution to someone with great ability in order to financially support their education

Ex: The scholarship helped her pay for tuition , books , and housing while she completed her degree .

instruction [noun]

the act of teaching someone a subject or skill

Ex: Students benefited from direct instruction .

to range [verb]

to have or include a variety of what is mentioned

Ex: The discussion will range over various topics related to the company 's future plans .

primitive [adjective]

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

Ex: Her primitive shelter , constructed from branches and leaves , provided basic protection from the elements .

to turn away [verb]

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 .

cast [noun]

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

Ex: Each cast is carefully inspected for defects .

spirit [noun]

an immaterial supernatural being that can appear or be perceived by humans

Ex: They held a ceremony to honor the spirit of their beloved friend who had passed away .

to recline [verb]

to bend the upper body backwards

Ex: The moviegoers reclined in the plush seats of the theater , ready to enjoy the film .

figure [noun]

a recreation of a human or animal body in sculpture or drawing

Ex: The bronze figure stood in the town square .

right angle [noun]

an angle measuring exactly 90 degrees

Ex: The painter meticulously ensured that the lines on the canvas formed right angles to create a sense of balance in the composition .

to fascinate [verb]

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

Ex: The history documentary fascinated viewers with its in-depth exploration of past events .

originality [noun]

the quality or state of being new, creative, and unique, not copied from another thing

depiction [noun]

representation by drawing or painting etc

mask [noun]

a covering worn on the face to hide identity or appearance

Ex: Actors donned masks for the traditional play .

exceptional [adjective]

significantly better or greater than what is typical or expected

Ex: The restaurant is known for its exceptional service and delectable cuisine .

recognition [noun]

acknowledgment or approval given to someone or something for their achievements, qualities, or actions

Ex: He sought recognition for his contributions to the community .

to convince [verb]

to make someone feel certain about the truth of something

Ex: The teacher used real-life examples to convince her students of the importance of mathematics in everyday life .

merit [noun]

an admirable quality, trait, or characteristic in a person or thing

Ex: Patience is a merit that leaders often value .

emerging [adjective]

coming into existence

movement [noun]

a collective of individuals united by shared beliefs or ideology, working toward general social, political, or cultural goals

Ex: The movement encourages community activism .

civilization [noun]

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

Ex: Many aspects of Greek civilization influence contemporary philosophy and art .

to inhabit [verb]

to reside in a specific place

Ex: The indigenous people have inhabited this land for centuries .

abstract [adjective]

(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 dancers performed a mesmerizing abstract routine , blending fluid movements with unexpected angles and shapes .

exhibition [noun]

a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

Ex: The annual exhibition of local crafts attracts thousands of visitors each year .

fellow [adjective]

used to refer to someone who shares similarities with one such as job, interest, etc. or is in the same situation

Ex: She shared a knowing glance with her fellow competitors before the race began .

call [noun]

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

Ex: The crisis sparked calls for better healthcare policies .

resignation [noun]

a written document indicating an individual's intention to leave their job or position

to expire [verb]

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

Ex: The warranty on the laptop expired just before it started having technical issues , leaving him responsible for repair costs .

inclination [noun]

one's natural desire and feeling to take a specific action or act in a particular manner

to distort [verb]

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

Ex: Humidity can distort wooden furniture , causing it to swell and become misshapen over time .

radical [adjective]

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

Ex: His radical ideas about education sparked a lot of debate .

at times [adverb]

at moments that are not constant or regular

Ex: The team practices late at times .

sketchbook [noun]

a book with sheets of paper that can be used for drawing

Ex: She spends her free time in coffee shops , drawing in her sketchbook .

to [bear] a resemblance [phrase]

to share similarities in appearance, characteristics, or qualities

Ex: The newly discovered species bears a resemblance to a previously known but extinct animal .

numerous [adjective]

indicating a large number of something

Ex: The garden is filled with numerous flowers of different colors .

londoner [noun]

a native or resident of London

commission [noun]

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

to depict [verb]

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

Ex: The mural on the city wall depicts scenes from local history , showcasing significant events and figures .

to signify [verb]

to indicate a meaning

Ex: The presence of certain symptoms can signify an underlying medical condition .

humanistic [adjective]

pertaining to or concerned with the humanities

subject matter [noun]

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

Ex: The documentary film delves into the subject matter of environmental conservation , raising awareness about the importance of protecting natural habitats .

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 jeweler carefully cast the melted gold into a mold to fashion a custom-designed ring .

boost [noun]

an increase in price or expense, often sudden or noticeable

Ex: The project 's budget saw an unexpected boost due to inflation .

to take on [verb]

to accept something as a challenge

Ex: The students were excited to take on the challenge of organizing the school fair .

scale [noun]

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

Ex: The scale of the forest fire was beyond anything the firefighters had ever encountered .

critic [noun]

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

Ex:

menace [noun]

someone or something that causes or is likely to cause danger or damage

Ex: The dictator 's regime was considered a menace to the neighboring countries .

appreciation [noun]

a clear understanding of a problem, situation, or concept

Ex: Teachers value students ' appreciation of complex ideas .

acclaim [noun]

admiration for achievements, often in art, performance, leadership, or innovation

Ex: The scientist earned acclaim for her groundbreaking research .

reputation [noun]

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

Ex: The restaurant 's reputation for delicious food and friendly service attracted many new customers .

Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4
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