7+ IELTS Vocabulary for News and Media

The video tutorial covers advanced vocabulary for discussing media and news, focusing on political terms like right wing and left wing. It explains the concept of think tanks and their role in policy-making. The tutorial also delves into lobbying, highlighting the NRA as a major example. It discusses rhetoric and its divisive nature in media, and concludes with the importance of transparency in government.

What is a more native way to describe political ideologies instead of using 'liberal' and 'conservative'?

• Inner wing and outer wing

• Right wing and left wing

• Forward wing and backward wing

• Up wing and down wing

What is the primary purpose of a think tank?

• To fund political campaigns

• To create policies and influence political decisions

• To entertain the public

• To organize political rallies

What is the role of a lobbyist?

• To manage political campaigns

• To run for political office

• To persuade the government to support specific interests

• To create laws

Which organization is mentioned as a major lobby in the United States?

• Greenpeace

• The National Rifle Association (NRA)

• The Red Cross

• The United Nations

What does the term 'transparency' refer to in a political context?

• The ability to see through physical objects

• The clarity and openness of government actions

• The speed of government decision-making

• The secrecy of government operations