C1 Semester 2 Exam Reading Vocabulary

What does "amplify" mean?

• To make louder or stronger
• To ignore completely
• To reduce in importance
• To replace something old

What does "accelerate" mean?

• To speed up a process
• To delay something
• To stop completely
• To move randomly

If a campaign gains "traction", what is happening?

• It is becoming popular and gaining support
• It is losing interest
• It is controversial
• It is being ignored

What does "geographical" relate to?

• The physical features or locations of an area
• The study of people’s behavior
• The measurement of time
• The development of technology

What does it mean to "mobilize" people?

• To organize and bring people together for action
• To spread misinformation
• To ignore a problem
• To stop an event from happening

What are "petitions" used for?

• To gather signatures in support of a cause
• To sell products
• To send invitations
• To organize parties

What are "tangible results"?

• Real and noticeable outcomes
• Difficult-to-measure outcomes
• Imaginary results
• Temporary successes

What is "fundraising"?

• Collecting money for a cause or organization
• Managing a business
• Investing in stocks
• Selling personal items

What is "sustainability" about?

• Maintaining resources for long-term use
• Quickly using up all resources
• Ignoring environmental issues
• Making temporary changes

What does "infrastructure" refer to?

• Basic systems like roads, buildings, and utilities
• Government policies
• Internet websites
• Small businesses