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Cambridge IELTS 14 Academic Reading Test 2 Passage 1
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emigrate
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(v) /ˈɛmɪˌɡreɪt/
to leave one's country to live in another
Example: Many people emigrate to find better opportunities.
landscape
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(n) /ˈlændˌskeɪp/
the visible features of an area of land, including landforms and vegetation
Example: The landscape was beautiful with mountains and trees.
extensive
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(adj) /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/
covering a large area or having a lot of something
Example: The family had extensive landholding in Scotland.
landholding
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(n) /ˈlændˌhoʊldɪŋ/
an area of land owned by someone
Example: The family had a large landholding in the countryside.
residence
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(n) /ˈrɛzɪdəns/
a place where someone lives
Example: Her residence is a small apartment in the city.
mansion
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(n) /ˈmænʃən/
a large and impressive house
Example: The family decided to buy a mansion by the sea.
outskirts
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(n) /ˈaʊtˌskɜrts/
the areas on the edge of a city or town
Example: They built their house on the outskirts of the city.
apprenticeship
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(n) /əˈprɛntɪsʃɪp/
a period of training to learn a job
Example: He started an apprenticeship to learn how to be a carpenter.
prospect
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(n) /ˈprɒs.pɛkt/
the possibility or likelihood of something happening
Example: He was excited about the prospect of a new job.
excursion
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(n) /ɪkˈskɜːrʒən/
a short trip or outing, usually for fun
Example: Our family went on an excursion to the beach.
magnesium
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(n) /mæɡˈniːziəm/
a chemical element that is a light metal used in many industries
Example: Magnesium is important for the human body.
flare
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(n) /flɛr/
a bright flame or light
Example: The flare lit up the dark night.
artificial
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(adj) /ˌɑːr.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl/
not natural, made by people instead of occurring naturally
Example: The decorations were artificial but looked very beautiful.
founding
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(n) /ˈfaʊndɪŋ/
the act of starting an organization or institution
Example: The founding of the company changed the town forever.
romantic
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(adj) /roʊˈmæntɪk/
related to love or a strong feeling of excitement
Example: The movie had a romantic story.
circulation
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(n) /ˌsɜr.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
the act of moving or being moved around, especially blood in the body
Example: Good circulation is important for your health.
evaluate
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(v) /ɪˈvæljʊˌeɪt/
to judge or calculate the value or quality of something
Example: Teachers evaluate students' progress each semester.
portraiture
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(n) /ˈpɔrtrɪtʃər/
the art of creating portraits
Example: The artist is famous for his portraiture of well-known personalities.
specialize
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(v) /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/
to focus on a particular area of work or study
Example: He decided to specialize in landscape photography.
numerous
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(adj) /ˈnjuːmərəs/
many; a lot of
Example: He took numerous pictures during his trip.
reveal
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(v) /rɪˈviːl/
to make something known that was hidden or secret
Example: The magician will reveal his secret trick.
compose
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(v) /kəmˈpoʊz/
to create or make something, especially music or writing
Example: He will compose a new song for the concert.
pursuit
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(n) /pərˈsjuːt/
the act of trying to achieve something
Example: Her pursuit of knowledge is inspiring.
depicting
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(v) /dɪˈpɪktɪŋ/
to show or represent something in a picture, story, or other work
Example: The artist is depicting a beautiful sunset.
lumber
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(n) /ˈlʌmbər/
wood that is prepared for building
Example: The workers stacked the lumber neatly in the yard.
steamboat
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(n) /ˈstiːmboʊt/
a boat powered by steam
Example: The steamboat sailed across the river.
waterfall
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(n) /ˈwɔːtərfɔːl/
a place where water flows over a high edge
Example: The waterfall was beautiful and loud.
time-consuming
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(adj) /ˈtaɪm kənˌsuːmɪŋ/
taking a long time to do something
Example: The project was very time-consuming and needed more workers.
technique
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(n) /tɛkˈniːk/
a way of doing something, especially in a skillful way
Example: She learned a new technique for painting.
souvenir
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(n) /ˈsuː.və.nɪr/
a thing kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event
Example: She bought a souvenir from her trip to Paris.
cater
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(v) /ˈkeɪtər/
to provide food and drinks for a social event
Example: They cater for parties and weddings.
exhibit
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(v) /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
to show something publicly
Example: She will exhibit her paintings at the gallery.
abroad
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(adv) /əˈbrɔd/
in or to a foreign country
Example: She wants to study abroad next year.
commission
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(n) /kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
an official order to do something
Example: He received a commission to paint a large mural.
undertaking
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(n) /ˌʌndərˈteɪkɪŋ/
a task or project, especially a difficult one
Example: The undertaking was more challenging than she expected.
principal
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(n) /ˈprɪnsəpəl/
the head of a school or organization
Example: The principal held a meeting with the teachers.
structure
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(n) /ˈstrʌk.tʃər/
the way something is built or arranged
Example: The structure of the building is very strong.
administer
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(v) /ədˈmɪnɪstər/
to manage or direct something
Example: He will administer the new project at work.
extensive
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(adj) /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/
covering a large area; large in amount or degree
Example: The family had extensive landholding in Scotland.
retire
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(v) /rɪˈtaɪər/
to stop working, usually because you are old enough
Example: He plans to retire at the age of 65.
negative
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(adj) /ˈnɛɡətɪv/
not positive or helpful
Example: She had a negative reaction to the news.
archive
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(n) /ˈɑr.kaɪv/
a place where public records or historical documents are stored
Example: The archive contains many old photographs.
history
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(n) /ˈhɪstəri/
the study of past events
Example: History helps us learn about what happened in the past.
bold
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(adj) /boʊld/
showing courage or being brave
Example: The bold explorer climbed the highest mountain.
realism
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(n) /ˈriː.ə.lɪ.zm/
a way of representing things that shows them accurately and honestly
Example: The artist chose realism to show the true beauty of nature.
influence
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(n) /ˈɪnfluəns/
the power to affect someone or something
Example: His work had a strong influence on many photographers.
progress
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(n) /ˈprɒɡrɛs/
the process of improving or developing
Example: We can see progress in his drawing skills.
publication
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(n) /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/
something that is printed and made available, like a book or magazine
Example: The publication was a collection of beautiful photographs.
significant
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(adj) /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
important or noticeable
Example: The changes in the environment are significant.
evaluate
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(v) /ɪˈvæljueɪt/
to judge or calculate the quality or importance of something
Example: Teachers evaluate the students' work at the end of the term.
advertise
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(v) /ˈæd.vɚ.taɪz/
to tell people about a product or service to encourage them to buy it
Example: They want to advertise the new car on television.
specialize
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(v) /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/
to study or work in a specific area of a subject or profession
Example: He decided to specialize in landscape photography.