127. IELTS Minh Huong Vocabulary booster (Cambridge 15, test 1, reading 1)

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What does the term "notorious" mean?

Infamous, disreputable

What is a synonym for "resident"?

Occupant, inhabitant, dweller

How is a contagious disease defined?

A disease that can be passed from person to person by touch

What does the phrase "pop up" mean?

Arise, happen, appear

What does it mean to "burn out"?

Exhaust, break down, fatigue

What does the term "ensure" imply?

Guarantee, confirm, make sure

What does it mean if someone is "subject to" something?

It is possible or likely that they will be affected by it, especially something bad

What is the definition of "risk"?

Danger, jeopardy, hazard, threat

What does the term "pioneering" mean?

Introducing new and better methods or ideas for the first time.

What does the phrase "far from" indicate?

It is used to say that something very different is true or happens.

What is the definition of "trial"?

A test, experiment, or check.

What is a "thylacine"?

A striped, meat-eating Australian mammal about the size of a large dog.

How can "creature" be defined?

An animal, organism, insect, or living thing.

What does "genetic" refer to?

Relating to genes or genetics.

What does it mean to "strive to do something"?

To struggle, endeavor, try, or make every effort.

What is a "carnivore"?

A flesh-eater or meat-eater; a predator.

What does it mean to "fill a niche"?

To provide something that certain kinds of people want to buy.

What does "occupy" mean?

To inhabit, live in, reside in, or dominate.

What does it mean to "point out"?

To indicate, show, or reveal.

What does "spread" refer to?

Range, extent, or diffusion.

What does "debilitating" mean?

Incapacitating, weakening, or enervating.

What does "facial" relate to?

On your face or relating to your face.

What is a "tumour"?

A mass of diseased cells in your body that have divided and increased too quickly.

What is a "syndrome"?

A disease, disorder, or set of symptoms.

What does it mean to "threaten"?

To endanger, jeopardize, or put at risk.

What does "notorious" mean?

Infamous or disreputable; famous for negative reasons.

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Explore essential vocabulary related to animal genetics, including terms like "pioneering," "carnivore," and "contagious." Enhance your knowledge of genetic concepts and their implications for wildlife and conservation efforts.

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

A A collection of blood cells B A type of skin infection C A mass of diseased cells in your body that have divided and increased too quickly D A healthy growth of muscle tissue

2. What does 'syndrome' refer to?

A A type of medication used for treatment B A healthy state of being C A single symptom with no underlying cause D Disease, disorder, set of symptoms

3. What does it mean to 'threaten' something?

A Endanger, jeopardize, put at risk B Protect, safeguard, secure C Enhance, improve, strengthen D Ignore, neglect, overlook

4. What does the term 'resident' mean in the given context?

A Tourist, sightseer, explorer B Nomad, wanderer, traveler C Transient, visitor, guest D Occupant, inhabitant, dweller

5. What is the meaning of 'contagious' as described in the content?

A A disease that can be passed from person to person by touch B A disease that is hereditary C A disease that is seasonal D A disease that is non-communicable

6. How is the phrase 'pop up' defined in the context provided?

A Arise, happen, appear B Disappear, vanish, fade C Delay, postpone, defer D Settle, establish, fix

7. What does 'burn out' mean according to the content?

A Ignite, light up, blaze B Rejuvenate, refresh, energize C Exhaust, break down, fatigue D Cool down, relax, unwind

8. What does the term 'ensure' signify in the given context?

A Guarantee, confirm, make sure B Prevent, hinder, obstruct C Doubt, question, hesitate D Neglect, ignore, overlook

9. What does the phrase 'subject to' imply?

A Unrelated to any external influence B Guaranteed to experience something positive C Likely to be affected by something, especially something bad. D Completely immune to something

10. What is the meaning of 'risk' in the given context?

A Certainty, assurance, guarantee B Opportunity, chance, benefit C Danger, jeopardy, hazard, threat. D Safety, security, protection

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

A Infamous, disreputable B Unknown C Famous for good reasons D Respected

12. What does 'spread' refer to in the context provided?

A Reduction B Concentration C Isolation D Range, extent, diffusion

13. What does 'genetic' mean according to the content?

A Unrelated to biology B Relating to genes or genetics C Environmental factors D Cultural influences

14. What does the term 'pioneering' refer to?

A A way to maintain existing practices. B Introducing new and better methods or ideas for the first time. C A method of repeating past ideas. D A traditional approach to problem-solving.

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

A Exactly as expected. B Close to achieving a goal. C Used to say that something very different is true or happens. D A short distance away.

16. How is the term 'trial' defined in the context provided?

A A permanent solution. B A legal proceeding in court. C A final decision-making process. D Test, experiment, check.

17. What is a 'thylacine'?

A An aquatic reptile. B A small herbivorous mammal. C A type of bird found in Australia. D A striped, meat-eating Australian mammal about the size of a large dog.

18. What does 'genetic' relate to?

A Involving psychological behavior. B Concerning physical fitness. C Relating to genes or genetics. D Related to environmental factors.

19. What does the phrase 'strive to do something' mean?

A Avoid effort B Ignore challenges C Make every effort D Remain passive

20. What is a 'carnivore'?

A Plant-eater B Meat-eater C Omnivore D Herbivore

21. What does it mean to 'fill a niche'?

A Ignore market demands B Provide something that certain kinds of people want to buy C Dominate all markets D Occupy a large market

22. What does the term 'occupy' signify?

A Destroy B Abandon C Neglect D Inhabit or reside in

23. What does 'point out' mean in this context?

A Ignore B Forget C Indicate or show D Conceal

24. What does the term 'debilitating' mean?

A Temporary, fleeting, short-lived B Strengthening, energizing, invigorating C Neutral, neither strong nor weak D Incapacitating, weakening, enervating

25. What is the definition of 'facial'?

A On your face or relating to your face B Involving the mind or thoughts C Concerning the hands or feet D Related to the body as a whole

Study Notes

Summary of Key Concepts

This document synthesizes various key concepts across multiple domains, including pioneering methods, genetics, medical terminology, and risk management. It aims to clarify definitions and highlight the interconnectedness of these themes.

Pioneering Methods and Innovations

  • Pioneering involves introducing new and improved methods that can lead to significant advancements in various fields.
  • The concept of trials is essential for testing hypotheses and ensuring the reliability of results.

Genetics and Biological Understanding

  • Genetics is the study of genes and heredity, crucial for understanding biological traits and variations among organisms.
  • The thylacine, an extinct carnivorous mammal, exemplifies the importance of biodiversity and conservation efforts.

Medical Terminology and Health Concepts

  • Understanding terms like tumor (an abnormal cell mass) and syndrome (a collection of symptoms) is vital for engaging in health-related discussions.
  • Descriptive language, such as debilitating, helps convey the severity of medical conditions.

Risk Management and Assurance

  • The term ensure emphasizes the importance of guaranteeing outcomes and confirming desired results.
  • Being subject to certain conditions highlights vulnerability to risks, which is crucial for effective decision-making.

Key Takeaways

  1. Pioneering methods and trials are fundamental for innovation and reliability in various fields.
  2. Genetics plays a critical role in understanding biological diversity and inheritance.
  3. Familiarity with medical terminology enhances comprehension in health discussions and promotes effective communication.