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

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What does the term "reinforce" mean?

Strengthen, consolidate

What is a "prairie"?

Plain, grassland, savannah

What is a "vole"?

A small animal like a mouse or rat that lives in fields or near rivers

What does it mean for animals to "mate"?

To have sex to produce babies

What does the term "trigger" refer to?

Cause, generate

What does "release" mean in a biological context?

To allow a substance to move or flow freely

What is meant by "attachment"?

Bond, closeness, relationship, intimacy

What does "reputation" mean?

Fame, renown

What does it mean to "sniff"?

Inhale, breathe

What does it mean to be "trusting"?

Willing to believe that other people are good and honest

What does "empathetic" mean?

Having the ability to imagine how someone else feels

What does it mean to be "generous"?

Willing to give money, spend time, etc., in order to help people or give them pleasure

What does "cooperative" mean?

Willing to work with someone else to achieve something that you both want

What does "revise" mean?

Adjust, change, correct, modify

What does "optimistic" mean?

Positive, bright

What does "a new wave of" refer to?

A new trend, a new movement

What does it mean to "vary"?

Differ, be different

What is meant by "social interaction"?

The way people talk and act with each other and various structures in society

What is the definition of social interaction?

The way people talk and act with each other and various structures in society.

What does the term "emerge" mean?

To come out or appear.

What does "groundbreaking" refer to?

Unprecedented, revolutionary, innovative, or pioneering.

What is the meaning of "anonymous"?

Nameless, unknown, or unidentified.

What does it mean to "guarantee"?

To assure, ensure, or warrant.

What does "nasal" relate to?

Related to the nose.

What is a placebo?

A substance given to someone who is told that it is a particular medicine but has no actual effects.

What does "lonesome" mean?

Lonely, solitary, or isolated.

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Explore essential vocabulary related to animal behavior and ecology, including terms like "reinforce," "prairie," and "mate." Enhance your understanding of social interactions, attachment, and the significance of empathy in wildlife.

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1. What is the primary habitat of a vole?

A Deserts B Urban areas C Mountains D Fields or near rivers

2. What does the term 'reinforce' mean in the given context?

A Dismantle B Strengthen, consolidate C Ignore D Weaken

3. What action does the word 'trigger' describe?

A Delay B Stop C Cause, generate D Halt

4. What does 'attachment' refer to in the context provided?

A Bond, closeness, relationship, intimacy B Isolation C Detachment D Indifference

5. What does it mean when animals 'mate'?

A They migrate together B They share food resources C They have sex to produce babies D They fight for territory

6. What does the term 'reputation' mean in the given context?

A Fame, renown B Willing to work with C Inhale, breathe D Bond, closeness

7. What does 'sniff' mean in the context provided?

A Inhale, breathe B Fame, renown C Willing to give money D Bond, closeness

8. What does 'trusting' imply in the given context?

A Willing to work with B Inhale, breathe C Willing to believe that other people are good and honest D Having the ability to imagine how someone else feels

9. What does 'empathetic' mean in the context provided?

A Inhale, breathe B Fame, renown C Having the ability to imagine how someone else feels D Willing to give money

10. What does 'generous' mean according to the context?

A Fame, renown B Having the ability to imagine how someone else feels C Willing to give money, spend time etc, in order to help people or give them pleasure D Willing to work with

11. What does the term 'cooperative' mean in the given context?

A Ignoring others' contributions B Working alone to achieve personal goals C Unwilling to work with others D Willing to work with someone else to achieve something that you both want

12. What does the term 'revise' mean in the given context?

A Create something new B Ignore or neglect C Destroy or remove D Adjust, change, correct, modify

13. What does 'optimistic' mean in the given context?

A Positive, bright B Negative, gloomy C Confused, uncertain D Indifferent, neutral

14. What does 'a new wave of' signify in the given context?

A A minor adjustment B An old tradition C A temporary setback D A new trend, a new movement

15. What does 'vary' mean in the given context?

A Be identical B Remain constant C Differ, be different D Simplify

16. What does 'social interaction' refer to in the given context?

A A form of non-verbal communication B A solitary activity C A method of individual self-reflection D The way people talk and act with each other and various structures in society

17. What does the term 'emerge' mean in the given context?

A Come out, appear B Remain hidden C Disappear D Stay constant

18. What is meant by 'groundbreaking' in the context provided?

A Conventional B Traditional C Unprecedented, revolutionary, innovative, pioneering D Ordinary

19. What does 'anonymous' mean according to the context?

A Famous B Nameless, unknown, unidentified C Recognized D Identified

20. What does 'guarantee' imply in the given context?

A Doubt B Question C Assure, ensure, warrant D Hesitate

21. What is a placebo?

A A powerful drug with strong effects B A natural remedy with healing properties C A vitamin supplement for health D A substance given as a medicine with no actual effects

22. What does 'lonesome' mean?

A Lonely, solitary, isolated B Happy and content C Social and outgoing D Busy and engaged

23. In what context is a placebo typically used?

A As a daily health supplement B As a traditional healing method C As a physiological test in experiments D As a cure for chronic diseases

24. What is the purpose of giving someone a placebo?

A To enhance the effectiveness of real medicine B To provide immediate relief from symptoms C To test the psychological effects of believing in treatment D To replace expensive medications

25. How does 'lonesome' differ from 'social'?

A Lonesome means being active, while social means being passive B Lonesome means being busy, while social means being lazy C Lonesome means being happy, while social means being sad D Lonesome means being isolated, while social means engaging with others

Study Notes

Understanding Key Concepts in Ecology and Human Relationships

This document synthesizes essential themes from various summaries, focusing on ecological systems, social interactions, and emotional dynamics. It highlights the interconnectedness of these concepts and their implications for both the environment and human relationships.

Ecological Dynamics

Reinforcement: This process strengthens ecological systems, contrasting with weakening factors that can destabilize them.
Prairie Ecosystem: Characterized by flat grasslands, this ecosystem supports diverse wildlife, including voles, which play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.
Voles: These small rodents contribute significantly to the prairie ecosystem by serving as prey for larger animals and aiding in soil aeration.
Triggers and Releases: Events that initiate changes (triggers) and processes that allow movement (releases) are vital for understanding ecological interactions.

Social and Emotional Interactions

Attachment: Emotional bonds are fundamental for building trust and intimacy in relationships.
Reputation: An individual's standing within a community influences social interactions and relationships.
Trust and Empathy: Trust is essential for cooperation, while empathy enhances communication and connection among individuals.
Generosity and Cooperation: These traits foster positive relationships and community support, emphasizing the importance of working together.

Key Takeaways

Interconnectedness of Systems: Both ecological and social systems rely on reinforcement, cooperation, and trust to thrive.
Role of Wildlife in Ecosystems: Species like voles are integral to maintaining ecological balance, highlighting the importance of biodiversity.
Emotional Well-being: Understanding emotional dynamics such as attachment, trust, and empathy is crucial for fostering healthy relationships and community ties.

This synthesis underscores the importance of both ecological awareness and emotional intelligence in navigating complex systems, whether in nature or human interactions.