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

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What is a "task"?

Job, duty, mission

What does it mean to "identify"?

Recognize, find, detect

What is the meaning of "comply"?

Obey, submit

What does it mean to "plummet"?

Fall, drop, crash

What does the term "cover" mean in the context of inclusion?

Include, comprise, contain

What is a synonym for "added" that indicates something is supplementary?

Additional

How is the term "sound" defined in relation to rules or systems?

Complete and thorough in accordance with a rule, system

What is the meaning of the term "moral"?

Ethical, right

Define the term "principle."

Rule, law

What does the phrase "lead to" signify?

Cause, bring about, result in

How is the term "politically" used?

In a political way

What does the word "complex" mean in contrast to simplicity?

Compound, multifaceted

What does it mean for something to "arise"?

Happen, occur, appear

What does the word "precisely" indicate?

Exactly, correctly, accurately

What does it mean to "refuse to"?

Reject, say no

What is the definition of "claim (that)"?

To state that something is true, even though it has not been proved

What does it mean to "obey"?

Follow, submit

What is the synonym for "major"?

Main, key, chief

What is the definition of "fast-food"?

Food such as hamburgers which is prepared quickly and that you can take away with you

What does "purchase of" mean?

Buy, acquire

What is a "supply chain"?

The system of people and things that are involved in getting a product from the place where it is made to the person who buys it

What does "sensitive" mean?

Easily affected or damaged by something such as a substance or temperature

What is the definition of "chain"?

A number of shops, hotels, cinemas etc owned or managed by the same company or person

Who is referred to as a "miner"?

Mineworker, coalminer

What does it mean to be "disappointed"?

Dissatisfied, upset

What does "outraged" mean?

Annoyed, irritated, angry

What is a "necessity"?

Requirement, must, essential

What does it mean to "cover"?

Include, comprise, contain

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Explore essential vocabulary terms and their definitions, including words like "refuse," "claim," and "obey." Enhance your language skills by learning synonyms and antonyms for a clearer understanding of these concepts.

1. What does the term 'refuse to' mean in the given context?

A Accept B Reject, say no C Agree D Comply

2. How is 'claim (that)' defined in the context?

A To question something B To prove something C To state that something is true, even though it has not been proved D To deny something

3. What is the meaning of 'obey' according to the content?

A Disobey B Follow, submit C Ignore D Resist

4. In the context provided, what does 'major' signify?

A Main, key, chief B Trivial C Insignificant D Minor

5. What does 'plummet' mean in the given content?

A Climb B Ascend C Fall, drop, crash D Rise

6. What is the meaning of 'comply' in the given context?

A Resist B Obey, submit C Ignore D Disobey

7. How is 'task' defined in the context?

A Hobby B Vacation C Job, duty, mission D Break

8. What does 'identify' mean according to the content?

A Recognize, find, detect B Miss C Ignore D Overlook

9. In the context provided, what does 'supply chain' signify?

A A financial plan B A marketing strategy C The system of people and things involved in getting a product from the place where it is made to the person who buys it D A single store

10. What is the meaning of 'sensitive' in the given content?

A Easily affected or damaged by something such as a substance or temperature B Unchanging C Stable D Resistant

11. What does the term 'chain' refer to in the given context?

A A sequence of events B A type of jewelry C A series of linked metal rings D A number of shops, hotels, cinemas etc owned or managed by the same company or person

12. How is 'miner' defined in the context?

A A person who explores caves B A sailor on a ship C Mineworker, coalminer D A worker in a factory

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

A Dissatisfied, upset B Content C Pleased D Excited

14. In the context provided, what does 'outraged' signify?

A Happy B Relaxed C Annoyed, irritated, angry D Calm

15. What is the meaning of 'necessity' in the given content?

A Unimportant B Requirement, must, essential C Optional D Trivial

16. What does the term 'cover' mean in the given context?

A Include, comprise, contain B Exclude, omit, leave out C Protect, shield, guard D Expose, reveal, uncover

17. How is 'added' defined in the context?

A Reduced, decreased, lessened B Removed, taken away, subtracted C Primary, main, central D Additional, extra, supplementary

18. What is the meaning of 'sound' according to the content?

A Noisy and loud B Partial and incomplete C Complete and thorough D Weak and fragile

19. In the context provided, what does 'moral' signify?

A Ethical, right B Legal, lawful C Immoral, unethical D Neutral, indifferent

20. What does 'principle' mean in the given content?

A Suggestion, advice B Rule, law C Exception, anomaly D Opinion, belief

21. What does the term 'politically' mean in the given context?

A In a cultural way B In a political way C In a social way D In an economic way

22. How is 'complex' defined in the context?

A Compound, multifaceted B Basic, uncomplicated C Simple, easy D Single, straightforward

23. What is the meaning of 'arise' according to the content?

A End, conclude B Happen, occur, appear C Disappear, vanish D Delay, postpone

24. In the context provided, what does 'precisely' signify?

A Exactly, correctly, accurately B Broadly, generally C Approximately, roughly D Vaguely, unclearly

25. What does the term 'compound' mean in the given context?

A Complex, multifaceted B Uncomplicated, plain C Simple, singular D Basic, elementary

Study Notes

Understanding Key Concepts in Communication and Context

This document synthesizes essential vocabulary and concepts related to communication, ethics, and business operations. By exploring these themes, we can enhance our understanding of language and its implications in various contexts.

Vocabulary and Definitions

  • Refusal and Acceptance: Understanding the distinction between rejecting (refusing) and agreeing (accepting) is crucial for effective communication.
  • Claiming Truth: To "claim" something means to assert its truth, regardless of evidence, which is vital for evaluating statements.
  • Obedience and Disobedience: Recognizing the implications of following (obeying) or not following (disobeying) rules influences behavior and decision-making.
  • Sensitivity: This term refers to the susceptibility of individuals or materials to external factors, impacting various fields from science to interpersonal relationships.

Business and Supply Chain Concepts

  • Supply Chain: The network involved in producing and delivering products to consumers is essential for understanding business logistics.
  • Chains: A group of businesses under the same management provides a consistent brand experience, enhancing customer loyalty.

Emotional and Ethical Considerations

  • Emotional Responses: Terms like "disappointed" and "outraged" describe significant emotional reactions that can affect social interactions.
  • Moral Principles: Understanding ethical behavior is crucial for distinguishing right from wrong in decision-making processes.

Key Takeaways

  1. Distinguishing between refusal and acceptance enhances communication effectiveness.
  2. Awareness of claims and their truthfulness is essential for critical thinking.
  3. Recognizing the interconnectedness of concepts aids in deeper understanding and analysis of complex issues.

This summary encapsulates the essential meanings and distinctions of the terms provided, aiding in comprehension and application across various contexts.