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Cambridge IELTS 11 Academic Listening Test 4 Part 2
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exhibit
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(v) /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
to show something in a public place for people to see
Example: The museum will exhibit new artwork next month.
remarkable
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(adj) /rɪˈmɑrkəbl/
worthy of attention; outstanding
Example: She had a remarkable talent for painting.
collection
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(n) /kəˈlɛkʃən/
a group of items that are collected together
Example: She has a collection of stamps from different countries.
gallery
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(n) /ˈɡæl.ər.i/
a room or building for displaying art
Example: The gallery shows many beautiful paintings.
recognise
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(v) /ˈrɛk.əɡ.naɪz/
to know who someone is or what something is
Example: I always recognise my friend when I see her.
donate
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(v) /dəˈneɪt/
to give something, especially money or goods, to help someone or something
Example: People often donate to help those in need.
refurbishment
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(n) /rɪˈfɜrbɪʃmənt/
the process of repairing and improving a building or room
Example: The museum is closed for refurbishment this year.
sculpture
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(n) /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/
a three-dimensional work of art made by shaping materials
Example: The sculpture in the park is very beautiful.
temporary
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(adj) /ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri/
not lasting for a long time; short-term
Example: The museum has a temporary exhibition on history.
continent
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(n) /ˈkɒntɪnənt/
a large area of land on Earth
Example: Africa is a continent with many countries.
social context
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(n) /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈkɒn.tɛkst/
the situation or background in which something happens
Example: Understanding social context helps us learn why people create certain art.
focused
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(adj) /ˈfoʊkəst/
having your attention fixed on something
Example: The focused collection has coins from one country.
specialist
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(n) /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/
a person who is an expert in a particular area
Example: The specialist helped us understand the art better.
porcelain
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(n) /ˈpɔrslɪn/
a hard, white, clay material that is made into dishes and other objects
Example: She received a beautiful porcelain vase as a gift.
founder
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(n) /ˈfaʊndər/
a person who establishes something, like an organization or business
Example: The founder of the museum donated all his collections.
practical
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(adj) /ˈpræktɪkəl/
useful and sensible in real situations
Example: The guide gave us some practical tips for visiting the museum.
facility
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(n) /fəˈsɪl.ɪ.ti/
a space or equipment that is used for a specific purpose
Example: The museum has many facilities for visitors.
basement
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(n) /ˈbeɪsmənt/
a part of a building that is below the ground level
Example: The basement is great for storage.
exploration
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(n) /ˌɛk.spləˈreɪ.ʃən/
the act of searching or examining a place or area
Example: The children enjoyed their exploration of the museum.
atmosphere
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(n) /ˈætməsˌfɪr/
the air around us; a particular mood or feeling in a place
Example: The restaurant has a relaxing atmosphere.
snack
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(n) /snæk/
a small amount of food eaten between meals
Example: I like to have a snack after school.
cloakroom
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(n) /ˈkloʊkˌrʊm/
a room where you can leave your coat and bags
Example: Please put your coat in the cloakroom.
umbrella
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(n) /ʌmˈbrɛlə/
a device used for protection from rain or sun, consisting of a fabric canopy attached to a folding frame
Example: She took her umbrella because it looked like it might rain.
tour
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(n) /tʊr/
a journey to see a place or experience something
Example: We will start our tour at 10 AM.
century
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(n) /ˈsɛn.tʃʊr.i/
a period of 100 years
Example: The museum has paintings from the twentieth century.
currently
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(adv) /ˈkɜːrəntli/
at the present time
Example: The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
properly
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(adv) /ˈprɒpərli/
in a way that is correct or appropriate
Example: Please make sure to see it properly before leaving.
present
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(n) /ˈprɛz.ənt/
something that you give to someone as a gift
Example: I bought a present for my friend's birthday.
produce
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(v) /prəˈdjuːs/
to make or create something
Example: This factory produce toys every day.
ordinary
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(adj) /ˈɔːrdəneri/
normal or common
Example: The dog was just an ordinary pet.
disagree
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(v) /ˌdɪs.əˈɡri/
to have a different opinion
Example: I disagree with that statement.
practical
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(adj) /ˈpræktɪkəl/
useful and suitable for real situations
Example: The guidance provided was very practical for the visitors.
comfortable
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(adj) /ˈkʌm.fər.tə.bəl/
providing physical ease and relaxation
Example: The chairs in the sitting area are very comfortable.
continuing
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(v) /kənˈtɪn.juːɪŋ/
to keep doing something
Example: You should continue your studies to learn more.
excellent
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(adj) /ˈɛksələnt/
very good or of high quality
Example: The restaurant serves excellent food.
relaxing
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(adj) /rɪˈlæksɪŋ/
making you feel calm and relaxed
Example: The restaurant has a relaxing atmosphere.
facing
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(n) /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
the direction that something is looking or pointing
Example: The restaurant is facing you.
immediately
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(adv) /ɪˈmiː.di.ət.li/
without delay; right away
Example: The café is immediately on the right.
changing
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(v) /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
the act of making something different
Example: Changing the plan is necessary if it rains.
facility
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(n) /fəˈsɪlɪti/
a place or equipment that helps do something
Example: The museum has many facilities for visitors.
cloakroom
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(n) /ˈkloʊk.rʊm/
a room where you can leave coats and bags
Example: Please leave your bag in the cloakroom.
floor
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(n) /flɔːr/
the surface of a room that you walk on
Example: The cat is sleeping on the floor.
museum
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(n) /mjuˈziəm/
a building that displays objects of interest to the public
Example: The museum has many interesting paintings.
exhibition
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(n) /ˌɛk.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/
a public event where things are shown to people
Example: I went to an exhibition of famous paintings.
object
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(n) /ˈɑb.dʒɛkt/
a thing that can be seen or touched
Example: The museum has many interesting objects.
information
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(n) /ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən/
facts or details about a subject
Example: I need more information before I decide.
discover
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(v) /dɪˈskʌvər/
to find out something or learn about something for the first time
Example: They will discover new things at the museum.
garden
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(n) /ˈɡɑːrdən/
an area of ground where plants are grown
Example: She enjoys planting flowers in her garden.
will
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(aux) /wɪl/
used to show future actions or decisions
Example: I will go to the museum tomorrow.
term
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(n) /tɜrm/
a word or expression with a specific meaning
Example: This term is used in science to describe a process.
stairs
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(n) /stɛrz/
a set of steps for going up or down
Example: I walk up the stairs to my room.
corridor
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(n) /ˈkɔrɪdər/
a long narrow space that connects rooms
Example: The corridor is very quiet in the morning.
exploration
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(n) /ˌɛk.splɔːˈreɪ.ʃən/
the act of searching for something or discovering new things
Example: We will begin our exploration of the museum soon.