IELTS - Vocabulary - Feelings

__________, I believe we visited this park when I was five years old.

• My mind went blank
• If my memory serves me right
• I was caught off guard
• To make amends

Whenever I visit this old neighborhood, I __________ those carefree childhood days.

• find solace in nature
• freak out
• wax nostalgic about
• perform local rituals

In stressful moments, __________ and focus on what matters most.

• practice gratitude
• judgment was clouded
• take a spin on the Ferris wheel
• embrace the present

During the presentation, __________, and I couldn’t remember my lines.

• to vividly remember
• my mind went blank
• to be in sync with
• science experiments piqued my curiosity

That day, my emotions were so intense that they caused a __________.

• vortex in my mind
• serene sacred ancient temple complex
• thrilling drops to water splash rides
• chirping of the birds

Visiting the tranquil gardens and hearing the __________ calmed my nerves instantly.

• chanting of the monks
• rustling of falling leaves
• chirping of the birds
• All of the above

The teacher reminded us to __________ the past and focus on the future.

• be mindful of not dwelling on
• lift my spirits immensely
• perform local rituals
• find myself in a bind

When I entered the exam hall, I felt __________ as I wasn’t prepared for the first question.

• thrilled
• caught off guard
• exuberantly happy
• serene

In challenging moments, these experiences remind me to __________.

• cultivate a positive mindset
• perform local rituals
• practice gratitude
• Both 1 and 3

I love taking __________ whenever I visit old photo albums with my family.

• a walk down memory lane
• to be mindful of not dwelling
• a spin on the Ferris wheel
• a mix of shock and remorse