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What is the main focus of modern education, according to the content?

  • Developing practical skills (correct)
  • Fostering creativity and imagination
  • Teaching facts and information
  • Using advanced technology

What are the negative health effects mentioned in relation to air pollution?

  • Enhanced physical performance
  • Obesity and hypertension (correct)
  • Increased cognitive abilities
  • Improved respiratory function

What term is used to describe the rapid decline of plant and animal species?

  • Exacerbation
  • Proliferation
  • Dominance
  • Dwindling (correct)

What does the term 'ubiquitous' mean in the context of online shopping?

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What is suggested as a solution to common diseases?

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What does 'detrimental' refer to in the context of tourism?

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What is referred to as a 'panacea' in the context discussed?

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What is meant by 'exacerbate' in relation to urbanization?

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What is highlighted as essential for the government regarding environmental protection?

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What impact does obesity have as described in the content?

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What does 'cutting-edge' technology refer to?

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In which context is 'flora and fauna' used?

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What does 'to recapitulate' mean in this context?

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What is the implication of children engaging in imaginative play?

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Driverless Vehicles

Vehicles that can operate without human drivers.

Contemporary Societies

Modern societies.

Practical Skills

Skills that involve doing things.

Cutting-Edge Technology

The most advanced technology available.

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Air Pollution

Harmful substances in the air.

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Ecologically Damaging Industry

An industry that harms the environment.

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Physical Exercise

Activities that involve movement.

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Urbanization

The process of cities growing.

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Dwindling Species

Species that are decreasing in number.

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Ubiquitous

Commonplace; existing everywhere.

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Lack of Sleep

Not getting enough hours of sleep.

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Animal Extinction

The complete disappearance of animals.

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Susceptible to Infection

More likely to get sick.

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Predominant Fuel Source

The most important fuel in use.

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Eradicate Diseases

Remove or get rid of diseases.

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Study Notes

IELTS Writing Task 2 Vocabulary

  • Contemporary/Modern/Present: Used interchangeably to describe the current time.
  • Proponents/Opponents: Those who support/oppose an idea.
  • Important Tools: Something valuable for use.
  • Modern Education: Focus on practical skills over factual information.
  • Cutting-Edge/Advanced/Innovative: Describing advanced technology.
  • Revolutionized: Transformed completely.
  • Significant Number/A Lot/Many: Expressing a large amount.
  • Negative Health Effects: Harmful impacts on health.
  • Air Pollution: Contaminated air.
  • By Far: Definitely, without question.
  • Most Polluting/Ecologically Damaging: The worst in terms of environmental impact.
  • Plethora/Plenty/Great Deal: A large amount; more than enough.
  • Health Benefits: Positive effects on health.
  • Young/Elderly: Different age groups.
  • Exacerbate/Intensify/Heighten: Make a problem worse.
  • Drawbacks/Problems/Difficulties: Negative aspects.
  • Latest Technology: The most recent technology.
  • Dwindling/Decreasing/Declining: Becoming less.
  • Alarming Rate: A very fast rate of decrease.
  • Ubiquitous: Common in many places.
  • Online Shopping/Home Delivery Services: Common services.
  • Lead To: Result in/cause.
  • Health Problems: Issues with well-being. (Examples: obesity, hypertension, heart disease)
  • Distinction/Destruction/Death: Differences/destruction, and death.
  • Animal Extinction/Destruction: Loss of animals.
  • Human Pollution/Destruction of Habitats: Causes of animal loss.
  • Susceptible: Vulnerable.
  • Predominant: Main/primary.
  • Solar Power: Renewable energy source.
  • Gasoline: Fossil fuel.
  • Eradicate/Remove/Get Rid Of: Eliminate something.
  • Proper Personal Hygiene: Maintaining cleanliness.
  • Common Diseases: Widely existing diseases.
  • Sahara Desert: Geographical location.
  • Stunning Sunsets: Beautiful sunsets.
  • Flora and Fauna: Plants and animals.
  • Indigenous Cultures: Local cultures.
  • Cognitive Development: Mental growth.
  • Multilingual Society: A society with multiple languages.
  • Tremendous Asset: A great advantage.
  • Interconnected World: A global world.
  • Panacea: A solution to all problems.
  • Complex Problems: Difficult issues.
  • Excessive Tourism: Too much tourism.
  • Detrimental Impacts: Harmful impacts.
  • Environment/Local Communities: Affected areas.
  • Protecting the Natural Environment: Maintaining the natural world.
  • Essential/Important: Critical.
  • Proliferate/Grow/Multiply: Increase in number.
  • Small Businesses: Businesses run on a small scale.
  • Unprecedented Rate: A very high rate.
  • Jeopardize/Threaten/In Danger: Put at risk.
  • Obesity: Excessive weight.
  • Mental Health: Well-being of the mind.
  • Recapitulate/To Conclude: Summarize.
  • Organized Group Activities: Structured activities involving a group.
  • Occupy Themselves: Engage with activities of choice.

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