176. IELTS Minh Huong Vocabulary booster (Cambridge 13, test 1, reading 1)

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What does the term "cure" mean?

Heal, treat, alleviate

What is an "ailment"?

Illness, sickness, disease

What is "indigestion"?

Pain or discomfort in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food

How is "desire" defined?

To want something, especially strongly

What does the term "elite" refer to?

The richest, most powerful in a society

What is meant by "consumption"?

The act of eating, drinking, or using products

What does "demand for something" signify?

Need, desire, wish, want

Who is referred to as a "merchant"?

Dealer, buyer and seller, tradesman

What does it mean to "guard"?

Protect, defend

How is the term "rival" defined?

Competitor, opponent, enemy, foe

What does the term "fragrant" mean?

Having a pleasant smell.

What is a "spice"?

A type of powder or seed taken from plants that is added to food to give it a special taste.

What does "native" refer to in terms of plants?

Growing, living, or produced in one particular place; indigenous.

What does it mean to "mix with"?

To blend with, combine with, or add to.

What is the meaning of "anoint"?

To make someone holy in a religious ceremony by putting holy water or oil on them.

What does the term "token" signify?

A signal, mark, or evidence.

Who is referred to as a "mourner"?

A person who attends a funeral as a relative or friend of the deceased.

What is a "funeral"?

A ceremony for burying or cremating a dead person.

What does "scent" refer to?

Smell or fragrance.

What is an "additive"?

A substance that is added to food to improve its taste, appearance, etc.

What does it mean to "flavour"?

To give something a particular taste or more taste.

What does "purchase" mean?

To buy.

What is a "condiment"?

Spice, seasoning, or flavoring.

What does "exotic" mean?

Foreign or non-native.

What is a "banquet"?

A formal meal.

What does it mean for something to be "at someone’s disposal"?

Available to someone.

What does "cure" mean in a medical context?

To heal, treat, or alleviate.

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Explore essential culinary terms like fragrant, spice, and condiment. Learn their meanings and how they enhance cooking, flavor, and food preparation, making your culinary experience richer and more enjoyable.

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1. Who are considered 'elite'?

A The richest, most powerful in a society B The act of eating or drinking C To want something, especially strongly D Pain or discomfort in the stomach

2. What is the meaning of 'purchase'?

A Buy B Borrow C Exchange D Sell

3. What does 'at someone’s disposal' mean?

A Available to sb B Unavailable C Out of reach D Restricted

4. What does the term 'cure' mean?

A Heal, treat, alleviate B Illness, sickness, disease C Pain or discomfort in the stomach D The act of eating or drinking

5. What is an 'ailment'?

A The act of eating or drinking B Heal, treat, alleviate C Pain or discomfort in the stomach D Illness, sickness, disease

6. What does 'indigestion' refer to?

A Pain or discomfort in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food B The act of eating or drinking C Illness, sickness, disease D Heal, treat, alleviate

7. What does 'desire' mean?

A The richest, most powerful in a society B To want something, especially strongly C Pain or discomfort in the stomach D The act of eating or drinking

8. What does 'consumption' refer to?

A The process of selling goods B The act of eating, drinking or using products C The method of storing products D The act of producing items

9. What is meant by 'demand for something'?

A Need, desire, wish, want B The method of transportation C The act of giving away D The process of manufacturing

10. Who is a 'merchant'?

A A competitor in a race B A person who writes books C A person who guards a place D Dealer, buyer and seller, tradesman

11. What does 'guard' mean?

A To sell goods B To compete in sports C To attack aggressively D Protect, defend

12. Who is considered a 'rival'?

A A supportive partner B A loyal customer C A friendly neighbor D Competitor, opponent, enemy, foe

13. What does the term 'fragrant' mean?

A Having a pleasant smell B To make someone holy C A type of powder or seed D Growing in one particular place

14. What is a 'spice'?

A To make someone holy B A type of powder or seed from plants used in cooking C A pleasant smell D A signal or mark

15. What does 'native' refer to?

A To blend with something B A type of powder or seed C Growing, living, or produced in one particular place D A pleasant smell

16. What does it mean to 'mix with'?

A To make someone holy B A signal or mark C Growing in one particular place D To blend with, combine with, or add to

17. What does 'anoint' mean in a religious context?

A A type of powder or seed B A pleasant smell C Growing in one particular place D To make someone holy by putting holy water or oil on them

18. What is the role of a mourner?

A A person who attends a funeral as a relative or friend of the deceased. B A professional who conducts the burial service. C A musician who plays at the funeral. D A person who organizes the funeral ceremony.

19. What is the primary purpose of a funeral?

A A meeting to discuss the deceased's will. B A ceremony for burying or cremating a dead person. C A celebration of life with music and dance. D A gathering to distribute the deceased's belongings.

20. What does 'scent' refer to?

A A type of food additive. B Smell, fragrance. C A visual signal or mark. D A sound made by an object.

21. What is an additive in the context of food?

A A method of preserving food for long periods. B A substance added to food to improve its taste, appearance, etc. C A tool used for cooking meals. D A natural ingredient found in all foods.

22. What does it mean to flavour something?

A To serve food without any seasoning. B To remove all taste from a dish. C To cook something at a high temperature. D To give something a particular taste or more taste.

23. What does 'condiment' refer to?

A Main course B Dessert C Beverage D Spice, seasoning, flavoring

24. What does 'exotic' mean?

A Common B Traditional C Foreign, non-native D Local

25. What is a 'banquet'?

A Simple breakfast B Formal meal C Casual snack D Quick lunch

Study Notes

Integration of Key Concepts in Fragrance, Food, and Social Dynamics

This document synthesizes key concepts related to fragrance, food, social rituals, and economic behavior, highlighting their interconnections and significance in human experience.

Fragrance and Flavor

Fragrance enhances sensory experiences, playing a vital role in food, personal care, and environments.
Flavor refers to the specific taste of food or drink, which can be enhanced through various ingredients, including spices and condiments.

Cultural Practices and Rituals

Anointing is a ceremonial practice symbolizing holiness or blessing, often involving fragrant oils.
Funerals serve as significant rituals for mourning, where the presence of mourners provides support to grieving families. The scent associated with these ceremonies can evoke powerful emotions and memories.

Economic Dynamics

Consumption is a fundamental aspect of human behavior, encompassing the act of eating, drinking, and using products.
Demand drives market behavior, influencing what goods are produced and sold. Merchants facilitate this exchange by connecting buyers and sellers.

Health and Well-being

Cure refers to methods of healing ailments, including common issues like indigestion, which can be influenced by dietary choices.
Desire motivates individuals to pursue specific goals or possessions, impacting consumption patterns.

Key Takeaways

Fragrance and flavor are integral to enhancing sensory experiences in food and rituals.
Cultural practices like funerals highlight the importance of community support during times of grief.
Economic concepts such as consumption and demand illustrate the interconnectedness of individual choices and market dynamics.