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Cambridge IELTS 11 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 3
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atmosphere
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(n) /ˈæt.məs.fɪr/
the air around the Earth or a particular environment or mood
Example: The atmosphere in the room was very peaceful.
static
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(adj) /ˈstætɪk/
not moving or changing; fixed
Example: The drawing looks static without any action.
procession
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(n) /prəˈsɛʃən/
a group of people or vehicles moving together as part of a ceremony
Example: The town had a parade, and everyone enjoyed the colorful procession.
crowded
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(adj) /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/
full of people
Example: The bus was very crowded during rush hour.
contrast
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(n) /ˈkɒntræst/
the difference between two things
Example: The contrast between the two pictures is very clear.
illustrating
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(v) /ˌɪləˈstreɪtɪŋ/
to show or explain something with pictures or examples
Example: Helen needs to finish illustrating her story.
streaming
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(n) /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/
watching or listening to content online without downloading it first
Example: We are streaming a movie tonight.
draft
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(n) /dræft/
a first version of a piece of writing
Example: She created a draft of her essay before the final version.
reasonable
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(adj) /ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/
fair and sensible
Example: It seems reasonable to ask for help when you need it.
interpretation
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(n) /ɪnˌtɜːr.pəˈteɪ.ʃən/
the way of explaining something
Example: Our interpretation of the story was different from hers.
essential
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(adj) /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
very important and necessary
Example: Water is essential for life.
element
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(n) /ˈɛl.ɪ.mənt/
a basic part or component of something
Example: Water is an essential element for life.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪəriəns/
what happens to you during your life or a particular event
Example: She shared her experience of traveling to Japan.
brilliant
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(adj) /ˈbrɪl.jənt/
very bright or very clever
Example: The idea for the project is brilliant.
suggestions
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(n) /səˈdʒɛs.tʃənz/
ideas or plans that are offered for someone to think about
Example: I have some suggestions for our project.
carnival
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(n) /ˈkɑːrnɪvəl/
a large public event with entertainment, food, and activities
Example: The carnival was full of fun games and music.
clowns
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(n) /klaʊnz/
people who make others laugh by acting silly or funny, often wearing special clothes
Example: The clowns made everyone at the party laugh.
frozen
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(adj) /ˈfroʊ.zən/
turned into ice; very cold
Example: The lake is frozen in winter.
project
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(n) /ˈprɒdʒɛkt/
a planned piece of work
Example: We need to finish the project by next week.
discuss
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(v) /dɪˈskʌs/
to talk about something with others
Example: Let's discuss the project ideas together.
include
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(v) /ɪnˈkluːd/
to have something as a part or member
Example: We will include Malcolm in the drawing.
section
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(n) /ˈsɛkʃən/
a part or separate piece of something
Example: I need to read this section of the book.
important
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(adj) /ɪmˈpɔːrtənt/
having great significance or value
Example: It is important to finish your homework.
draft
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(v) /dræft/
to write a first version of something
Example: I need to draft my paper for school.
reasonable
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(adj) /ˈrizənəbl/
fair and sensible
Example: The prices in the store are reasonable.
interpretation
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(n) /ɪnˌtɜrprɪˈteɪʃən/
the way someone understands or explains something
Example: Our interpretation of the poem is different from yours.
value
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(n) /ˈvæljuː/
the importance or worth of something
Example: The value of friendship is very high.
missed
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(v) /mɪst/
to fail to see, hear, or understand something
Example: I missed the bus this morning.
illustrations
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(n) /ˌɪl.əˈstreɪ.ʃənz/
pictures or drawings that explain something
Example: The book has many beautiful illustrations.
essential
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(adj) /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
very important and necessary
Example: Good communication is essential for teamwork.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪəriəns/
what you have lived through or learned
Example: Her experience in art helps her create beautiful paintings.
happier
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(adj) /ˈhæp.i.ər/
more happy than before
Example: She felt happier after talking to her friend.
suppose
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(v) /səˈpoʊz/
to think that something is true or likely
Example: I suppose it will rain tomorrow.
ahead
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(adverb) /əˈhɛd/
in front of or farther forward
Example: You can go ahead and start without me.
action
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(n) /ˈækʃən/
something that is done or performed
Example: The action in the movie was very exciting.
happening
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(n) /ˈhæpənɪŋ/
an event or something that is happening
Example: There is a lot happening at the carnival.
crowd
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(n) /kraʊd/
a large group of people
Example: The crowd gathered to watch the parade.
watching
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(v) /ˈwɑːtʃɪŋ/
the action of looking at something carefully
Example: They are watching a movie together.
changing
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(v) /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
the act of making or becoming different
Example: She is changing her clothes for the party.
trunk
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(n) /trʌŋk/
the thick main stem of a tree
Example: The boy sat on the tree trunk.
contrast
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(n) /ˈkɒn.træst/
the difference between two things
Example: The contrast between black and white is very strong.
skating
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(n) /ˈskeɪtɪŋ/
the activity of moving on ice or a smooth surface using skates
Example: They are going ice skating this weekend.
frozen
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(adj) /ˈfroʊ.zən/
turned into ice or a solid because of cold
Example: The lake is frozen in the winter.
streaming
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(n) /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/
the act of watching or listening to content over the internet without downloading it
Example: I enjoy streaming my favorite shows every weekend.
suggesting
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(v) /səɡˈdʒɛstɪŋ/
to give an idea or plan for something
Example: She is suggesting a new idea for the project.
illustrating
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(v) /ˈɪləstreɪt/
to show or make something clear, usually by using pictures or examples
Example: The teacher is illustrating the lesson with pictures.
decide
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(v) /dɪˈsaɪd/
to make a choice or judgment about something
Example: They need to decide which movie to watch.
exactly
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(adv) /ɪɡˈzæktli/
in a precise manner; without any variation or change
Example: I need to know exactly what time the meeting starts.
report
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(n) /rɪˈpɔrt/
a written or spoken account of something
Example: I need to finish my report for school.
divide
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(v) /dɪˈvaɪd/
to separate into parts or groups
Example: We need to divide the work evenly between us.
planned
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(v) /plænd/
to decide in advance what to do
Example: They planned their trip carefully.