5 Minute IELTS: Vocabulary (General)

Here’s the vocabulary quiz testing some tricky words you might find in an IELTS reading or listening text.

Vocabulary Quiz: IELTS

Instructions: Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank space in each sentence.

1. Despite facing numerous challenges, Mary remained __ and determined to achieve her goals.
   a. indifferent
   b. resilient
   c. frivolous
   d. obscure
2. The professor delivered a __ lecture on quantum physics, leaving the students fascinated and eager to learn more.
   a. mundane
   b. captivating
   c. ambiguous
   d. redundant
3. The government has implemented new policies to __ environmental sustainability and reduce carbon emissions.
   a. advocate
   b. compromise
   c. bolster
   d. stagnate
4. The artist’s work was characterised by its unique blend of colours and __, creating a visually striking masterpiece.
   a. monotony
   b. intricacy
   c. negligence
   d. discrepancy
5. The team’s success was attributed to their effective __ and seamless collaboration on the project.
   a. cohesion
   b. segregation
   c. disarray
   d. detachment
6. The company’s commitment to corporate __ is evident in its ethical business practices and community initiatives.
   a. transparency
   b. animosity
   c. reluctance
   d. nostalgia
7. The novel’s intricate plot and well-developed characters contributed to its __ as a literary masterpiece.
   a. mediocrity
   b. notoriety
   c. authenticity
   d. monotony
8. The government’s decision to invest in renewable energy sources is a crucial step towards __ dependency on fossil fuels.
   a. perpetuating
   b. mitigating
   c. exacerbating
   d. trivialising
9. The teacher encouraged students to engage in __ discussions, fostering critical thinking and intellectual growth.
   a. superficial
   b. profound
   c. redundant
   d. sporadic
10. The scientist’s groundbreaking research could potentially __ our understanding of the origins of the universe.
    a. revolutionise
    b. stagnate
    c. trivialise
    d. deviate