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Cambridge IELTS 16 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 3
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theme
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(n) /θim/
the main subject or idea of something
Example: The theme of the project is very interesting.
wildlife
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(n) /ˈwaɪldˌlaɪf/
animals and plants that live in the natural environment
Example: I saw some wildlife in the forest.
introductory
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(adj) /ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri/
related to the beginning or first part of something
Example: The introductory stage was easy to complete.
handout
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(n) /ˈhænˌdaʊt/
a printed paper given to help people learn or understand something
Example: The teacher gave us a handout with important information.
aspect
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(n) /ˈæs.pɛkt/
a particular part or feature of something
Example: She is exploring different aspects of photography.
texture
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(n) /ˈtɛkstʃər/
the feel or appearance of a surface or substance
Example: The texture of the painting was very smooth.
letdown
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(n) /ˈlɛtˌdaʊn/
a disappointment or a situation that is not as good as expected
Example: The event was such a letdown because no one showed up.
pour
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(v) /pɔr/
to make a liquid flow out of a container
Example: I pour the juice into a glass.
evolution
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(n) /ˌɛvəˈluːʃən/
the process by which living things change over a long time
Example: The museum has many displays about evolution.
brainstorm
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(v) /ˈbreɪnˌstɔrm/
to think of new ideas or solutions
Example: Let's brainstorm some topics for the presentation.
draft
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(v) /dræft/
to write a first version of a document
Example: I need to draft my ideas before the meeting.
proposal
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(n) /prəˈpoʊ.zəl/
a suggestion or plan put forward for consideration
Example: I need to write a proposal for my project.
amend
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(v) /əˈmɛnd/
to make changes to something to improve it or correct it
Example: I need to amend my proposal before I submit it.
evaluate
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(v) /ɪˈvæljuˌeɪt/
to judge or calculate the quality, importance, or value of something
Example: I need to evaluate my work before submitting it.
timeline
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(n) /ˈtaɪmˌlaɪn/
a plan that shows important events in the order they happened
Example: The teacher asked us to create a timeline for our history project.
mind map
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(n) /maɪnd mӕp/
a diagram that shows ideas connected to a central concept
Example: I made a mind map to organize my thoughts for the essay.
rationale
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(n) /ˌræʃ.əˈnæl/
the reasons for doing something
Example: He explained his rationale for choosing that topic.
precise
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(adj) /prɪˈsaɪs/
exact and accurate
Example: The teacher wants a precise answer to the question.
scope
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(n) /skoʊp/
the range of things that a subject, activity, or situation includes
Example: The project has a wide scope for creativity.
vague
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(adj) /veɪg/
not clear in meaning
Example: The instructions were a bit vague.
falcon
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(n) /ˈfæl.kən/
a type of bird of prey that can fly very fast
Example: I saw a falcon flying high in the sky.
stare
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(v) /stɛr/
to look at something for a long time
Example: The cat likes to stare at the bird outside.
swoop
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(v) /swup/
to move quickly through the air, often downwards
Example: The bird will swoop down to catch the fish.
talon
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(n) /ˈtælən/
a sharp claw on a bird's foot
Example: The eagle caught the fish with its talon.
predator
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(n) /ˈprɛdətər/
an animal that hunts other animals for food
Example: A lion is a powerful predator in the jungle.
concentrate
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(v) /ˈkɒn.sən.treɪt/
to focus your attention or mind on something
Example: I need to concentrate on my homework.
impression
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(n) /ɪmˈprɛʃən/
an effect or influence that something has
Example: The impression of the painting was very strong.
rapid
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(adj) /ˈræp.ɪd/
happening very quickly
Example: The car was moving at a rapid speed.
motion
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(n) /ˈmoʊʃən/
the act of moving or changing place
Example: The motion of the bird in the sky was beautiful.
perch
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(v) /pɜːrtʃ/
to sit or rest on a branch or another raised place
Example: The bird likes to perch on the fence.
reed
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(n) /riːd/
a tall plant that grows near water
Example: The kingfisher sat on a reed by the river.
shade
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(n) /ʃeɪd/
a dark area or shape made when something blocks light
Example: The tree provides shade on a hot day.
litter
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(n) /ˈlɪtər/
small pieces of trash or waste that are not put in a bin
Example: People should not throw litter on the ground.
portrait
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(n) /ˈpɔrtrɪt/
a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person
Example: She showed us a portrait of her grandmother.
middle-aged
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(adj) /ˈmɪdəl eɪdʒd/
being in the middle of life, usually between 45 and 65 years old
Example: He is a middle-aged man who enjoys painting.
expression
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(n) /ɪkˈsprɛʃən/
a way to show thoughts or feelings
Example: His expression showed that he was sad.
suggest
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(v) /səɡˈdʒɛst/
to offer an idea or plan for someone to think about
Example: She suggested a new way to solve the problem.
ambiguous
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(adj) /æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs/
having more than one possible meaning or interpretation
Example: The instructions were quite ambiguous, so I asked for clarification.
exploit
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/
to use something in a way that gives you an advantage
Example: Companies often exploit natural resources for profit.
natural world
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(n) /ˈnætʃərəl wɜrld/
the physical environment, including plants, animals, and natural resources
Example: The students learn about the natural world in their science class.
reference
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(n) /ˈrɛfərəns/
a mention of something
Example: I found a good reference for my report.
existence
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(n) /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/
the state of being real or living
Example: The existence of many animals is threatened.
fist
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(n) /fɪst/
the hand when the fingers are bent in tightly
Example: He made a fist to show he was angry.
carefully
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(adv) /ˈkɛr.fəl.i/
in a way that avoids harm or mistakes
Example: He holds the bird carefully.
research
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(n) /ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/
a careful study to find out new information
Example: I need to do some research for my school project.
outcome
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(n) /ˈaʊtˌkoʊm/
the result or effect of a process or event
Example: The outcome of the game was surprising.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
to look around or travel to discover new things
Example: I want to explore new places this summer.
unsure
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(adj) /ʌnˈʃɔr/
not certain about something
Example: I am unsure about the answer to the question.
dangerous
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(adj) /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/
able or likely to cause harm or injury
Example: The wild animal can be dangerous.
kingfisher
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(n) /ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃər/
a type of bird that eats fish and has bright feathers
Example: I saw a kingfisher sitting by the lake.
cycle
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(n) /ˈsaɪ.kəl/
a series of events that happen repeatedly in the same order
Example: The seasons change in a cycle.