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Cambridge IELTS 17 Academic Reading Test 1 Passage 2

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(n) a large building where people watch sports or concerts Example: We went to the ______ to see the football game.

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stadium

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(n) the art and science of designing buildings Example: She studied ______ in college.

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architecture

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(adj) very large in size or amount Example: The ______ ocean stretched to the horizon.

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vast

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(adj) related to the Middle Ages, a period from about 500 to 1500 Example: The museum has many ______ artifacts.

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medieval

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(n) a large and important church Example: The ______ in our city is very beautiful.

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cathedral

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(v) to control or influence something or someone in a powerful way Example: The team aims to ______ the league this season.

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dominate

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(n) the outline of buildings and structures against the sky Example: The city's ______ is beautiful at sunset.

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skyline

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(n) a period of time in history or a person's life Example: The dinosaurs lived in a different ______.

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era

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(n) an attitude of doubt or disbelief Example: His ______ about the project made the team rethink their plans.

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scepticism

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(v) to rise very high into the air Example: The birds ______ above the trees.

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soar

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(n) the state of not being used anymore Example: The old park fell into ______ after the new one opened.

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disuse

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(n) the state of being in a bad condition because of lack of care or maintenance Example: The old building was left in ______ for many years.

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disrepair

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(adj) related to a city or town Example: The ______ area is full of tall buildings.

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urban

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(n) the process of growing or improving something Example: The ______ of new buildings helps the city grow.

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development

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(v) to change in order to fit a new situation or use Example: Animals can ______ to different environments.

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adapt

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(adj) having only one function or purpose Example: The stadium was ______, only used for sports events.

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mono-functional

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(n) a place where public events such as sports or performances happen Example: The concert will take place in the ______.

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arena

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(adj) serving as a symbol or representative Example: His actions were ______ of his commitment to the team.

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emblematic

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(n) the process of making something modern or up to date Example: The city plans for the ______ of the old town.

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modernisation

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(n) a round or oval building with seats for spectators Example: The ancient ______ was filled with people watching the play.

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amphitheatre

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(n) a person who watches an event, especially a sports event

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spectator

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(adj) able to do many different things Example: The tool is ______ and can be used for many jobs.

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versatile

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(n) a strong building that can defend against attacks Example: The soldiers protected the ______ with great care.

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fortress

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(v) to change something completely Example: The caterpillar will ______ into a butterfly.

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transform

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(n) the protection of plants, animals, and natural resources Example: The team focuses on ______ to save endangered species.

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conservation

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(v) to change something into a different form or use Example: She wants to ______ the garage into a playroom.

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convert

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(n) a place where events are held, especially performances or meetings Example: The concert will take place at the new ______ downtown.

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venue

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(n) something that is very impressive to look at Example: The fireworks show was a beautiful ______.

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spectacle

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(adj) impressive and commanding attention Example: The ______ building stood tall in the city.

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imposing

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(v) to suffer through something difficult or painful

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endure

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(n) the way sound travels in a place Example: The ______ in the concert hall are excellent.

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acoustics

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(v) to take in or soak up something, like a liquid or information Example: The sponge can ______ water very quickly.

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absorb

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(n) a material made by weaving or knitting together threads Example: The shirt is made of soft ______.

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fabric

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(v) to develop and change gradually over time Example: The city continues to ______ with new buildings and parks.

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evolve

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(adv) in a way that happens gradually over a period of time Example: The city was ______ developed with new parks and shops.

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progressively

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(n) a place where goods are stored Example: The company built a new ______ for all their deliveries.

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depot

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(v) to go back to a previous state or condition Example: He decided to ______ the changes made to his document.

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revert

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(v) to fix something firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass Example: The artist wanted to ______ her work in the community.

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embed

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(v) to destroy or damage something so that it is no longer usable Example: Too much rain can ______ the picnic plans.

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ruin

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(v) to make something stronger or more intense Example: The teacher wants to ______ the lesson with extra activities.

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reinforce

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(adj) relating to areas outside of a city, often residential Example: They moved to a ______ neighborhood to enjoy more space.

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suburban

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(adj) easy to reach or use Example: The library is ______ to everyone in the town.

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accessible

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(adj) introducing new ideas or methods Example: The new design of the building is very ______.

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innovative

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(n) the range of something that can be done or considered Example: There is a lot of ______ for improvement in this project.

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scope

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(n) a plan for achieving something Example: The team developed a new ______ for winning the game.

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strategy

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(v) to provide someone or something with the necessary items for a particular purpose Example: The school will ______ the students with new books.

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equip

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(v) to produce again or make something new Example: The trees can ______ after a fire.

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regenerate

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(n) a detailed plan or drawing that shows how something will be built Example: The team studied the ______ before starting construction.

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blueprint

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(n) a fact or event that can be seen or felt Example: The ______ of the solar eclipse attracted many viewers.

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phenomenon

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(v) to combine two or more things to form a whole Example: We need to ______ our study materials for better understanding.

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integrate

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(v) to connect with each other Example: The two systems ______ to share information.

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interconnect

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(n) a modern electricity supply network that uses digital technology to manage power more efficiently Example: The ______ helps save energy in homes and buildings.

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smart grid

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(n) a covering that gives shade, often made of fabric or other materials Example: The children played under the ______ in the park.

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canopy

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(adj) related to the conversion of sunlight into electricity Example: The school installed ______ panels on the roof.

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photovoltaic

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(n) a small device that converts wind energy into electricity Example: The ______ produced power for their home.

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micro wind turbine

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(v) to officially start or open something, especially a building or event Example: They will ______ the new stadium next week.

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inaugurate

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(v) to send out or give off something Example: The lamp will ______ a bright light.

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emit

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(adj) able to be maintained or continued without causing harm to the environment Example: The company focuses on ______ practices in its production.

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sustainable

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