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Cambridge IELTS 17 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 1
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conservation
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(n) /ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən/
the protection of plants, animals, and natural resources
Example: Conservation is important for saving endangered species.
secretary
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(n) /ˈsɛkrəˌtɛri/
a person who works in an office, helping to organize and manage tasks
Example: The secretary answered the phone and took notes.
involved
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(adj) /ɪnˈvɑːlvd/
having a part in something or being connected with it
Example: She was involved in many community projects.
activities
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(n) /ækˈtɪvɪtiz/
things that people do
Example: The group has many fun activities planned for the weekend.
mixture
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(n) /ˈmɪkstʃər/
a combination of different things
Example: The cake is a mixture of chocolate and vanilla.
regular
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(adj) /ˈrɛɡjələr/
happening in a usual or expected way
Example: We have regular activities every month.
litter
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(n) /ˈlɪtər/
waste or trash that is left in a public place
Example: There was a lot of litter on the beach after the party.
responsible
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(adj) /rɪˈspɑːn.sə.bəl/
having a duty to take care of something or someone
Example: It is important to be responsible for your actions.
banned
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(v) /bænd/
to officially say that something is not allowed
Example: Dogs are banned from the beach.
cliffs
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(n) /klɪfs/
high, steep areas of land that drop down to the sea or another surface
Example: The cliffs near my town are very tall.
manage
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(v) /ˈmænɪdʒ/
to take care of something or control it
Example: They manage the nature reserve well.
nature reserve
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(n) /ˈneɪtʃər rɪˈzɜrv/
a protected area for plants and animals
Example: The nature reserve is very beautiful in the spring.
condition
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(n) /kənˈdɪʃən/
the state of something or how good or bad it is
Example: The paths are in good condition for walking.
habitats
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(n) /ˈhæbɪtæts/
places where animals or plants live
Example: The park has many different habitats for wildlife.
installing
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(v) /ɪnˈstɔlɪŋ/
to put something in place so that it can be used
Example: She is installing new software on her computer.
nesting
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(n) /ˈnɛstɪŋ/
the act of creating a nest for animals or birds
Example: The team is installing nesting boxes in the garden.
encouraging
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(adj) /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒɪŋ/
making you feel more confident or hopeful
Example: The teacher gave an encouraging smile to her students.
insects
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(n) /ˈɪn.sekts/
small animals with six legs, such as bees, ants, and butterflies
Example: Insects help flowers grow by spreading pollen.
biodiversity
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(n) /ˌbaɪoʊˈdaɪvərsəti/
the variety of different types of plants and animals in a particular place
Example: The park has a lot of biodiversity with many kinds of trees and animals.
species
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(n) /ˈspiːʃiz/
a group of living things that are similar
Example: There are many species of birds in the park.
butterflies
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(n) /ˈbʌtərflaɪz/
insects with large, colorful wings
Example: I saw many butterflies in the garden.
identify
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(v) /aɪˈdɛn.tɪ.faɪ/
to recognize or establish what something is
Example: We need to identify the plants in the garden.
moths
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(n) /mɔθs/
a type of flying insect that is similar to a butterfly
Example: She loves to watch the moths at night.
woodshed
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(n) /ˈwʊdˌʃɛd/
a small building for storing wood or tools
Example: The gardener keeps his tools in the woodshed.
damaged
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(adj) /ˈdæmɪdʒd/
hurt or damaged in some way
Example: The wall was damaged in a storm.
presume
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(v) /prɪˈzum/
to believe something is true without proof
Example: I presume you are new here.
guided
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(adj) /ˈɡaɪ.dɪd/
controlled or led by someone
Example: The guided walks help people learn about nature.
countryside
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(n) /ˈkaʊntrˌsaɪd/
an area that is not in a city, usually with farms and nature
Example: I like to walk in the countryside on weekends.
tide
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(n) /taɪd/
the regular rise and fall of the sea level caused by the moon and sun
Example: We will walk to the island at low tide.
sands
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(n) /sændz/
a loose material made of very small pieces of rock, found on beaches and in deserts
Example: The kids played in the sands at the beach.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔr/
to travel through a place to learn about it
Example: I want to explore the new city.
range
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(n) /reɪndʒ/
a variety of things of the same general type
Example: The zoo has a range of animals from all over the world.
ideal
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(adj) /aɪˈdiːəl/
the best or most suitable
Example: The park is an ideal place for a picnic.
location
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(n) /loʊˈkeɪʃən/
a place or position
Example: The location of the park is very convenient.
seals
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(n) /siːlz/
large marine animals that can be found on coasts and in oceans, often known for their ability to swim and their notable whiskers
Example: We saw seals swimming in the water.
picnic
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(n) /ˈpɪknɪk/
a meal eaten outdoors, often on a special outing
Example: We will have a picnic in the park.
instance
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(n) /ˈɪnstəns/
an example or case of something
Example: For instance, we can help you with your project.
waterproof
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(adj) /ˈwɔtərˌpruf/
not allowing water to pass through
Example: Make sure your boots are waterproof.
current
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(adj) /ˈkɜr.ənt/
happening or being used now
Example: There is a hole in one of my current ones.
definitely
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(adv) /ˈdɛfɪnətli/
without any doubt; certainly
Example: I would definitely recommend that book.
woodwork
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(n) /ˈwʊdˌwɜrk/
the activity of making things from wood
Example: I want to learn woodwork so I can build a birdhouse.
session
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(n) /ˈsɛʃən/
a meeting or series of activities.
Example: The group will have a session to learn new skills.
beginners
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(n) /bɪˈɡɪn.ərz/
people who are new to a subject or activity
Example: The class is great for beginners who want to learn.
participants
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(n) /pɑːrˈtɪsəpənts/
people who take part in something
Example: There will be many participants in the event.
ambitious
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(adj) /æmˈbɪʃəs/
having a strong desire to be successful or to achieve something
Example: She is ambitious and wants to become a doctor.
wooden
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(adj) /ˈwʊd.ən/
made of wood
Example: He loves to carve wooden toys.
spoons
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(n) /spuːnz/
a small, curved utensil used for eating or serving food
Example: I need some spoons for the soup.
charge
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(n) /tʃɑrdʒ/
an amount of money you have to pay for something
Example: There is a charge for using the swimming pool.
camp
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(v) /kæmp/
to stay in a tent or a temporary shelter
Example: They like to camp by the lake every summer.
programme
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(n) /ˈprəʊɡræm/
a plan of things to be done or organized
Example: The group has a programme of activities for everyone.
beach
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(n) /biːtʃ/
an area of sand or small stones by the sea
Example: Children love playing on the beach.