Test 3 - Reading - Passage 1 (1) · Cambridge IELTS Academic 19 Vocabulary List

a person whose job is to study ancient societies using facts, objects, buildings, etc. remaining in excavation sites

"She is an archeologist."

"The archeologist discovered important ancient ruins during the excavation in the desert area."

relating or belonging to the time before history was recorded

"The cave is prehistoric."

"The prehistoric cave paintings were created thousands of years ago and they show animals that no longer live in that region."

a person who moves to a new area to live and establish a community

"The first settler built a cabin near the river."

"The first European settlers arrived in the region during the early seventeenth century."

highly skilled, proficient, or talented in a particular activity or field

"She is adept at painting."

"She is adept at painting and can create beautiful landscapes with just a few brushstrokes."

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

"The Amazon rainforest is a vital global resource."

"The canopy layer of a tropical rainforest is a teeming"

the act of searching or gathering food, resources, or provisions in the natural environment, typically done by animals

"The squirrels are foraging for nuts."

"The bear spent most of the day foraging for berries and insects in the forest."

the shore of a sea or ocean

"We find seashells along the seashore."

"The children collected shells along the seashore while the waves lapped at their feet."

to travel over a long distance by sea or in space

"They voyage across the Atlantic Ocean."

"The explorers voyaged across the vast ocean for three months before finally sighting land in the distance."

situated farthest north

"This is the northernmost point."

"The northernmost city in the world experiences twenty four hours of darkness in winter and twenty four hours of sunlight in summer."

used to point out that something or someone is part of a set or group

"Everyone passed including me."

"The price of the meal includes drinks including coffee tea and soft drinks."

having a possibility of happening or being the case

"It is likely to snow."

"It is likely to rain tomorrow so you should bring an umbrella with you to work."

extremely important or essential

"This step is crucial."

"The crucial piece of evidence was found by a detective who noticed a small detail that everyone else had missed."

any means of advancement that helps one to make progress towards achieving something

"Useful stepping stone."

"The first job was a useful stepping stone to a better career later."

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

"The voyage lasted three months."

"A voyage is a long journey involving travel by sea or through outer space"

a large area of land or of the world with specific characteristics, which is usually borderless

"This region has unique flora."

"The wine region of Bordeaux in France produces some of the most expensive and sought after bottles due to its unique climate and soil composition."

a period of one thousand years, usually calculated from the year of the birth of Jesus Christ

"A new millennium began."

"The ancient civilization flourished for nearly a millennium before its eventual decline."

the land close to a sea, ocean, or lake

"The coast is very beautiful."

"We enjoyed a leisurely drive along the scenic coast, stopping frequently to admire the ocean views."

a hole or chamber formed underground naturally by rocks gradually breaking down over time

"Deep inside the cave"

"The explorers discovered a deep cave filled with stunning crystal formations and underground streams."

the action of allowing someone to do a particular thing or letting something happen, particularly in an official way

"Permission is required."

"The students needed written permission from their parents to participate in the overnight field trip to the nature reserve."

the main part of a continent or country that is connected to a larger landmass, excluding surrounding islands or territories

"The ferry takes passengers from the island to the mainland."

"The ferry departed from the island every two hours and crossed to the mainland in forty minutes."

a large collection of islands or the sea surrounding them

"An archipelago has many islands."

"The Malay Archipelago is a massive collection of over twenty-five thousand islands stretching between Southeast Asia and Australia"

a way of traveling where a person moves from one island to another, usually by boat or plane

"The tourists go island hopping by boat."

"Island hopping by kayak allowed them to explore remote beaches that larger boats could not reach."

owned or maintained for the public by the national government

"This is a national park."

"The national museum houses a vast collection of historical artifacts from across the country."

associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

"The weather is tropical."

"The lush vegetation and high humidity are characteristic of the tropical climate found near the equator."

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

"This is a large province."

"The remote province experienced significant economic development after the new infrastructure was completed."

something that is discovered

"What a discovery!"

"The archeological discovery provided invaluable insights into the daily lives of ancient civilizations."

the activity of pursuing and killing wild animals or birds for money, food, or fun

"Hunting is controversial."

"Hunting deer is regulated by strict seasons and bag limits to prevent overpopulation and maintain a healthy balance in the ecosystem."

containing plenty of things or people in a small space

"The fog is dense."

"The dense fog reduced visibility to almost zero and drivers were advised to stay off the roads until it cleared."

used to express that something might happen or be true

"I can possibly help you tomorrow."

"He could possibly be the new manager but we have to wait for the official announcement from headquarters."

the site of an archeological exploration

"The excavation found artifacts."

"The archaeological excavation revealed ancient tools and pottery, providing valuable insights into the lives of early inhabitants."

to part and move in different directions

"Disperse the crowd."

"The police arrived to disperse the unruly crowd that had gathered in the square."

the act of moving to another place or country

"Migration happens every single year."

"The annual migration of birds is a spectacular natural phenomenon to observe."

a way from one place to another

"This is the route."

"We decided to take the scenic route through the mountains to enjoy the beautiful views."

far away in space or distant in position

"The village is remote."

"The remote cabin in the woods had no electricity or running water and the nearest neighbor was ten miles away."

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

"Visit the site."

"The construction site is very busy."

to make information that was previously unknown or kept in secrecy publicly known

"The report will reveal the truth."

"The investigation revealed shocking evidence that completely changed the direction of the criminal case."

the act of taking or holding a building

"The occupation lasted weeks."

"The peaceful occupation of the government building aimed to raise awareness about environmental issues."

into or toward the interior of a country or region

"They moved inland away from the coast."

"They moved inland away from the coast because they wanted to live in a quieter and more peaceful area."

to have or hold something within or include something as a part of a larger entity or space

"This box contains old photographs."

"The old wooden box contained many valuable treasures that had been hidden for centuries."

a structure offering protection and privacy from danger

"Find shelter from rain."

"The makeshift shelter provided essential protection from the harsh elements for the stranded travelers during the blizzard."