Vocabulary list Units 1-6

Outcomes Advanced part 1 (Units 1-6)

 

Пересдача весна 2020

 

Подготовка к пересдаче включает в себя несколько ступеней:

1. Подготовить тетрадь со всеми написанными словами и словосочетаниями (определение на английском и пример из учебника), с 5 карточками для устного высказывания в письменном виде, с 5 эссе в формате IELTS Task 2 в письменном виде;
2. Выучить слова и словосочетания наизусть;
3. Выучить ответы на карточки для устного высказывания наизусть;
4. Выучить текст эссе для пересказа и быть готовым к дополнительным вопросам по теме эссе.

Процедура пересдачи:

1. Предоставить тетрадь с написанными словами и словосочетаниями, карточкам и письменными работами. (Все 3 части обязательно в письменном виде.)
2. Экзаменатор сам выбирает порядок проверки. (Все 3 части обязательны к ответу.)

ЧАСТЬ 1

Vocabulary list Units 1-6

 

Unit 1 – Cities 1. affluent 2. chaotic 3. compaсt 4. congested 5. run-down 6. secure 7. spotless 8. sprawling 9. vibrant 10. well-run 11. buzz 12. choke 13. condemned 14. conspicuous consumption 15. crawl 16. fume 17. insane 18. litter 19. mugging 20. scene 21. show off 22. slum 23. spring up 24. trace 25. armed 26. bring in 27. credit 28. demolish 29. downturn 30. ease 31. flourish 32. halt 33. house 34. impose 35. inhabitant 36. initiate 37. inward 38. knock down 39. neglected 40. pour into 41. reverse 42. secure 43. set out 44. soar 45. undergo 46. brim 47. calm 48. compel 49. deed 50. drug

51. emerge 52. entitled 53. fate 54. freak out 55. grip 56. harvest 57. raise 58. spark 59. surgically 60. thrilled 61. trial 62. wave 63. every now and then 64. first and foremost 65. here and there 66. law and order 67. on and off 68. peace and quiet 69. rules and regulations 70. sick and tired Unit 2 – Relationships turn out approachable arrogance back back down barrier bitchy bothered charm cynical drag down fake get ahead go over someone’s head hit it off incompetent intense laid-back lighten up line manager naïve pain painful principle prone slacker snob stand up for streak 100. stride

 

suck up take over undermine wilful collaborative contested counterpart determine draw filtering give away narrow down perseverance premises prove sound out subject to subscriber thorough wealth aid answer back blow over come as confide conserve discharge frail instil nerves pace patch point blank prospect rough scene setback terms the straight and narrow toddler unsteady weight adjacent assemble blast foundations keep an eye on see eye to eye in the public eye Unit 3 – Culture and identity conform dominate hospitality

level mickey mobility outlook relate revolve around secular superficial; benefit break down grasp harsh hypocrite misinterpret root understate absence appliance bizarre chore clamp cosy disgust draughty flush normality pad plug puzzled rinse rip scope scrub stick sweep take for granted thread tub utility wring assumption autonomy bug cling commerce conflicted diverse elite retain static tight it’s no big thing not the done thing

 

chance would be a fine thing the furthest thing from my mind first thing in the morning the sort of thing (what) with one thing and another one thing led to another Unit 4 – Politics charisma compassion ruthlessness bid compound devil’s advocate distort division outweigh privatize reservation strengthen trigger chatter clutch creep emergence engagement gasp giggle glare grow out of identity mere mumble murmur mutter opposition representation satirical settle skip spot stagger stroll struggle trudge yell abolish allege allocate ballot bribery broad cast consensus

cover up federal hollow inclusivity landslide leak lobby loose end outspoken persist petition prominent ratings referendum rep rig take aback turnout unanimous civilize Unit 5 – Going out, staying in arise induce tailor-made burst hassle hype in bits in hand in stitches mortified on top of things overwhelmed swallow tread yawn beaten track bunch creation dip embrace hop horde pastime peckish pecullarly pleasure rear sign sneak stand-up swarm synonymous

 

tip venture wasp acceptance by turns conquer credible eccentric factor in in keeping marked memoir narrator oppression resolution tale universal Unit 6 – Conflict and resolution aggression annoyance let off steam drop grip offence tremendous twist someone’s words get your wires crossed clear the air not the end of the world no use crying over spilt milk go round in circles break down break out casuality complexity continuation coup domain dynamics escalate fatality feed in forces common ground inversion legitimate notable rage renewal sanction seize slege strive

surrender track down trial troops violation withdraw allegation bombard crucial dispute engage gross harassment hostile march rulling scanner settlement vandal will

 

Collocations Units 1-6

 

a real buzz about the place get fined heavily a trace of litter a condemned building took me by surprise a bit of a pain get me wrong settle down unbearably humid It’s like talking to a brick wall absolutely packed feel a bit conspicuous urban renewal things are of greatest concern managed to overcome huge obstacles run-down undergo huge changes poured 3 billion into slums were knocked down the whole area has been neglected new businesses are springing up crime rate soared impose restrictions on flourish the most affluent part of the city tempt fate gripped by fear go viral feel compelled emerge from nowhere raise doubts about drug someone’s drink emerge from recession calm my nerves a conspiracy theory freak out be on and off a spitting image a good deed hit and miss peace and quiet think long and hard be sick and tired first and foremost confide to a slacker make up my mind won’t back down even if he’s wrong undermine stand up for beliefs express considerable frustration retain a sense of identity cultural diversity ruthlessness the ability to compromise be in favour of have slight reservations I don’t know where I stand trigger elections discourage from devastate the area adopt an outlook be opposed to mumble gasp stagger stumble upon giggle at smb’s expense poke fun at emergence abolish all restrictions compete to demonstrate loyalty throw insults allocate resources a prominent figure rig an election carry out a poll conduct a poll reach a consensus expose a bribery scandal a landslide victory a hollow victory a narrow victory tailor-made induce give it a go couldn’t stop yawning be bored out your mind be overwhelmed burst into tears be on the floor in stiches be absolutely mortified live up to the hype have a family do go to a do be in bits be through a lot totally mental venture go for a dip feel peckish embrace a huge array

take no notice of take everything in his stride lighten up a bit be prone to forgetting suck up to the boss get ahead in life It comes across as drag down raise awareness It strikes me as hit it off straightaway keep things fresh pride yourself on draw a lesson from be sufficient to determine embark on a strategy stick to your principles sort out the differences be subjected to torture move into new premises sound out voters sound out staff about the changes narrow down the list of suspects end up in trouble end up spending over $200 mixed messages unwilling to back down get back on the straight and narrow ridiculous confrontation come to my aid refuse point blank be not on speaking terms make it awkward put people at their ease see eye to eye spark interest in push incredibly hard he pulls his weight cause some friction conform with the rules secular society lose touch with revolve around interfere with live and let live take the mickey out of on a superficial level feel a bit down wring out a cloth tapped water take it for granted it’s a toss-up where to go socially deprived on the tip of my tongue swarm of wasps New Year’s resolution thrive It appeals to me let off steam need a good row there is no point in twist smb’s words get our wires crossed come out all wrong calm the argument achieve nothing raise your voice recognition go round in circles cry over spilt milk

 

 

ЧАСТЬ 2

Speaking

IELTS Speaking Card 1 Describe a period of time in the history of your country that you are interested in. You should say: · when it was · what happened during that period of time · who played an important role in this period of time and explain why you are interested in this period of time.

 

IELTS Speaking Card 2 Describe your attitude to stereotypes about different nationalities. You should say: what typical stereotypes you have about different cultures what difficulties can people living in a foreign country experience how to overcome “a culture shock” and explain if it is good for a country to have strong national traditions.

 

IELTS Speaking Card 3 Describe an attitude to weapons in your country. You should say: who owns a gun if guns are easy to get in your country if there are some incidents involved shooting and explain if guns have any positive roles in society or should be banned completely.

 

IELTS Speaking Card 4 Describe an attitude to marriage in your country. You should say: · what advantages/disadvantages of marriage are · how people plan on getting married · if the divorce rate high in your country and explain what is your attitude to marriage.

 

IELTS Speaking Card 5 Describe a vocation you think is useful to society. You should say: · what it is · what it involves · what kind of people usually do this work and explain why you think it is useful to society.

 

ЧАСТЬ 3

Essays

 

All your essays should include vocabulary of the book Outcomes Advanced Units 1-6 and written in the IELTS format of Task 2. You have to underline or highlight the words and grammar structures used from the book. You have to be ready to tell the examiner the content of the essay and answer the essay questions orally.

 

Essay 1

The interaction of people, their different perception of the world, different upbringing and multiple interests became the reason for misunderstanding and later the root of the conflict.

To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Write at least 250 words.

 

Essay 2

The most up-to-date research suggests that the characteristics we inherit at birth have more influence on our personality and development than what we experience during our lives.

Do you believe this to be the case?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Write at least 250 words.

 

Essay 3

In cities all over the world old, historic buildings are being destroyed and replaced with modern buildings.

Do you feel this is the right course of action?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Write at least 250 words.

 

Essay 4

In many cities the use of video cameras in public places is being increased in order to reduce crime, but some people believe that these measures restrict our individual freedom.

Do the benefits of increased security outweigh the drawbacks?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Write at least 250 words.

 

Essay 5

Should wealthy nations be required to share their wealth with poorer nations by providing such things as food and education, or is it the responsibility of the governments of poorer nations to look after their citizens themselves?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Write at least 250 words.