BE20 R&WR UNIT 3: READING 1 - VOCAB-REVIEW

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After my knee

, my leg was sore for several weeks.

(the cutting open of the body to repair a damaged part)

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Heart disease is the

cause of death for people in the United States.

(most important or main)

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My grandmother is afraid to use

treatment for her illness. Instead, she drinks a tea made from a variety of plants.

(following the usual practices)

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It is dangerous to consume illegal

because they have not been approved by the country's medical authorities.

(materials with particular physical characteristics)

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The government has

the hospital in my neighborhood by donating £5 million of last year's money.

(provided money to pay for sth)

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The new treatment is

. Some people think it has not been tested enough, while others believe in it.

(causing disagreement or discussion)

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Doctors are usually big

of regular exercise for their patients.

(people who support a particular idea or plan of action)

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Two

of the common cold are coughing and sneezing.

(reactions or feelings of illness which are caused by disease)