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

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What does the term "conduct" mean?

Carry out, organize

What is the meaning of "reveal"?

Make public, publish, divulge, disclose, unveil

What does "a dose of" refer to?

A measured amount of something such as medicine

Define "favouritism."

The act of unfairly treating one person better than others because you like them better

What does it mean to "associate something with something"?

Link with, connect with, relate to

What does it mean to "drive somebody to do something"?

To strongly influence someone to do something

What is meant by "social circle"?

A group of people who are socially connected

What is the meaning of "rejection"?

Refusal, denial.

What does the term "charitable" mean?

Giving, generous, benevolent, open-handed.

What is the meaning of "constructively"?

Usefully, beneficially, helpfully.

What is an "argument"?

Disagreement.

What does it mean to "fuel" a view?

To increase, stimulate, or fire.

What does "universally" mean?

Everywhere, worldwide, globally, internationally.

What does it mean to "enhance"?

Improve, boost, enrich, increase.

What are the "aspects of our social nature"?

Social features of humans.

What does "contrasting" mean?

Conflicting, opposing.

What does it mean to "inhale"?

Breathe in, take in, sniff in.

What is the definition of "envy"?

Jealousy.

What does it mean to "administer"?

Manage, control.

What is an "outcome"?

Result, consequence, effect, aftermath.

What does "disposition" refer to?

Nature, character, personality.

What does it mean to be "adept"?

Expert, skillful, proficient, talented.

What is meant by "cooperation"?

Collaboration.

Who is referred to as a "subject" in a test?

A person that participates in a test.

What does it mean if someone is described as "sensitive"?

Easily offended, easily upset, easily hurt.

What does it mean to "conduct"?

Carry out, organize.

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Explore essential social concepts such as charity, cooperation, and envy. Learn how these terms influence human behavior and relationships, enhancing our understanding of social dynamics and interactions in various contexts.

1. How is 'envy' defined in the context provided?

A Jealousy B Kindness C Generosity D Goodwill

2. What is the meaning of 'reveal' according to the content?

A carry out, organize B hide, conceal C make public, publish, divulge, disclose, unveil D link with, connect with

3. How is 'a dose of' defined in the context?

A the act of unfairly treating one person better B to strongly influence someone to do something C link with, connect with D a measured amount of something such as medicine

4. What does 'favouritism' mean as per the content?

A to strongly influence someone to do something B a measured amount of something such as medicine C the act of unfairly treating one person better than others because you like them better D link with, connect with

5. What is meant by 'associate smt with smt' in the given context?

A to strongly influence someone to do something B carry out, organize C make public, publish, divulge D link with, connect with, relate to

6. What does 'drive somebody to do something' mean in the given context?

A to physically transport someone B to encourage someone gently C to strongly influence someone to do something D to force someone against their will

7. What is the definition of 'social circle' as per the content?

A a family unit B a group of professional colleagues C a group of people who are socially connected D a random collection of people

8. What does 'administer' mean as per the content?

A Manage, control B Disrupt, disturb C Abandon, leave D Ignore, neglect

9. What is the meaning of 'disposition' in the given context?

A nature, character, personality B carry out, organize C refusal, denial D easily offended, easily upset

10. How is 'adept' defined in the context?

A expert, skillful, proficient, talented B easily offended, easily upset C a person that participates in a test D refusal, denial

11. What does 'cooperation' mean according to the content?

A collaboration B refusal, denial C nature, character, personality D easily offended, easily upset

12. What is the definition of 'subject' in the given context?

A carry out, organize B a person that participates in a test. C expert, skillful, proficient, talented D refusal, denial

13. What is the opposite of 'rejection' as mentioned in the content?

A nature, character, personality B easily offended, easily upset C acceptance D collaboration

14. What does 'conduct' mean in the given context?

A hide, conceal B link with, connect with C carry out, organize D publish, divulge

15. What is the meaning of 'argument' in the given context?

A Disagreement B Agreement C Debate D Discussion

16. How is 'enhance' described in the content?

A weaken, undermine, impair B neglect, ignore, overlook C deteriorate, degrade, diminish D improve, boost, enrich, increase

17. What is the meaning of 'charitable' in the given context?

A giving, generous, benevolent, open-handed B critical, judgmental, harsh C indifferent, apathetic, unconcerned D selfish, greedy, stingy, miserly

18. How is 'constructively' defined in the context?

A carelessly, recklessly, thoughtlessly B usefully, beneficially, helpfully C harmfully, negatively, destructively D ineffectively, inefficiently, unproductively

19. What does 'fuel (the view that)' mean according to the content?

A suppress, restrain, control B diminish, reduce, lessen C increase, stimulate, fire D ignore, neglect, overlook

20. What is the synonym for 'universally' as per the given context?

A rarely, occasionally, infrequently B individually, personally, privately C locally, regionally, domestically D everywhere, worldwide, globally, internationally

21. What does 'aspects of our social nature' refer to in the context?

A Social features of human. B Conflicting human behaviors. C Jealousy among individuals. D The result of social interactions.

22. What is the opposite of 'contrasting' as mentioned in the content?

A Similar B Conflicting C Different D Opposing

23. What does 'inhale' mean according to the content?

A Exhale, breathe out B Stop breathing C Hold breath D Breathe in, take in, sniff in

24. What does 'sensitive' mean according to the content?

A Easily offended, easily upset, easily hurt B Unfeeling C Robust D Insensitive

25. How is 'outcome' defined in the context provided?

A Result, consequence, effect, aftermath B Initiation C Beginning D Cause

Study Notes

Understanding Human Interactions and Social Dynamics

This document explores key concepts related to human behavior, social interactions, and the importance of community. It emphasizes the significance of charitable actions, constructive engagement, and emotional dynamics in shaping relationships and societal outcomes.

Charitable Actions and Social Nature

  • Charity and Generosity: Engaging in charitable acts fosters supportive communities and enhances social bonds.
  • Social Features: Humans are inherently social beings, relying on relationships for emotional and psychological support.

Constructive Engagement and Emotional Dynamics

  • Constructive vs. Destructive: Focusing on constructive interactions promotes growth and understanding, while destructive behaviors can harm relationships.
  • Emotional Dynamics: Emotions like envy can create conflict, highlighting the need for goodwill in interactions.

Understanding Arguments and Perspectives

  • Nature of Arguments: Recognizing that disagreements are a natural part of discourse helps navigate differing viewpoints effectively.
  • Fueling Perspectives: Discussions can stimulate support for various opinions, encouraging deeper exploration of ideas.

Management, Cooperation, and Outcomes

  • Effective Management: Administering situations well leads to positive outcomes in personal and organizational contexts.
  • Value of Cooperation: Successful outcomes often depend on collaboration and teamwork to achieve common goals.

Personal Disposition and Sensitivity

  • Understanding Disposition: Recognizing one's own character traits can enhance personal development and improve relationships.
  • Awareness of Sensitivity: Being mindful of sensitivity aids in managing emotional responses and improving communication.

Key Takeaways

  1. Charitable actions and community engagement are essential for fostering supportive social environments.
  2. Constructive engagement and effective management are crucial for positive interpersonal relationships.
  3. Understanding emotional dynamics, personal dispositions, and the nature of arguments can enhance empathy and communication in social interactions.