Arts and Media Exercise and Flashcards - Get ready for IELTS (3.5

Arts and Media Flashcards - Vocabulary Practice for IELTS

These exercises focus on Arts and Media Vocabulary

List of Arts and Media Words for the IELTS

Word/Phrase	Definition	Example
Percentage	A portion of 100.	The percentage of people consuming digital media has risen.
Fraction	A small part or portion of something.	Only a fraction of the audience preferred live theater.
Approximately	Close to or roughly.	Approximately 60% of the respondents watch TV daily.
Just Over	Slightly more than a specific amount.	Just over half of the survey participants preferred podcasts.
Decrease	To become smaller or less.	There has been a decrease in newspaper subscriptions.
Increase	To grow in size or number.	Streaming platforms have seen an increase in popularity.
Based On	Grounded or derived from something.	The film is based on a famous novel.
Dilemma	A difficult situation or decision.	The dilemma was whether to produce a film or a series.
Curiosity	A strong desire to learn or know something.	Curiosity about space exploration inspires many documentaries.
Digital	Relating to technology or computer systems.	Digital media has revolutionized the arts industry.
Rise	An upward movement or increase.	There has been a significant rise in the use of e-books.
Accidental	Happening by chance.	The discovery of this technique was entirely accidental.
Decline	To decrease or diminish.	The decline in art gallery visitors is concerning.
Deliberate	Intentional or planned.	The decision to use minimal dialogue was deliberate.
Waste Time	To use time ineffectively.	Watching too much television can waste time.
Assemble	To gather or bring together.	The director assembled a talented cast for the film.
Outweigh	To be more significant or important than something else.	The benefits of digital art outweigh the challenges.
Permit	To allow or authorize.	Photography is not permitted in the museum.
Worsen	To make something worse.	The lack of funding has worsened the condition of historic sites.
Odd	Strange or unusual.	The artist’s odd style attracted both praise and criticism.
Delight	Great pleasure or happiness.	The exhibition was a delight for art lovers.
Crammed With	Completely filled with something.	The gallery was crammed with visitors during the weekend.
Catch the Interest	To grab someone’s attention.	The vibrant colors in the painting caught the interest of many viewers.
Let Somebody Go	To dismiss or release someone.	The magazine had to let several employees go due to budget cuts.
Prevent From	To stop something from happening.	Strict rules prevent visitors from touching the artwork.
Replace	To take the place of something or someone.	Streaming platforms have largely replaced DVDs.
Look Up Unfamiliar Words	To search for the meaning of new words.	When reading art critiques, it’s helpful to look up unfamiliar words.
Make Notes	To write down key points or ideas.	Students were encouraged to make notes during the film screening.
Surround With	To be encircled by something.	The artist likes to surround herself with creative individuals.
In Order To	For the purpose of achieving something.	The project was initiated in order to preserve local culture.
Educational	Providing knowledge or learning.	The documentary was highly educational for students.
Made-Up Stories	Fictional narratives or tales.	Many movies are inspired by made-up stories.
Need to Be Carried Out	Something that must be completed.	Research needs to be carried out to understand audience preferences.
Scientific Findings	Discoveries based on research and experiments.	The film included scientific findings about climate change.
Confirm	To verify or validate something.	The artist’s influence on the movement was confirmed by experts.
Need to Be Convinced	To require persuasion or proof.	Some people need to be convinced about the value of contemporary art.
Expose To	To make someone aware of something.	Visiting museums exposes children to diverse cultures.
Make Sense	To be logical or understandable.	The abstract painting didn’t make sense to everyone.
Interlinked	Connected or related to each other.	Art and culture are deeply interlinked with history.
Custom	A traditional practice or way of doing things.	Each region has its own artistic customs.
Be Rooted In	To originate from or be deeply connected to something.	The dance form is rooted in ancient traditions.
Find Out	To discover or learn something.	I want to find out more about the artist’s life.
Come Across	To encounter or discover by chance.	While researching, I came across an inspiring short film.
Last but Not Least	An important point mentioned at the end.	Last but not least, art connects people across cultures.
Escape Into	To immerse oneself in something as a way of avoiding reality.	Many people escape into fictional worlds through books and films.
Admittedly	Used to acknowledge a fact or point.	Admittedly, not everyone appreciates modern art.
Challenging	Difficult but stimulating.	Writing a film script can be a challenging task.
Relief	A feeling of relaxation after stress.	Watching comedies provides a great relief from daily pressures.
Fictional World	An imaginary setting or universe.	The fictional world created by the author felt incredibly real.
Cope With	To manage or deal with a difficult situation.	Art therapy helps people cope with emotional challenges.
Popular With	Liked or admired by many people.	The new streaming series is popular with young audiences.
Campus	The grounds and buildings of a university.	The art gallery on campus hosts weekly exhibitions.
Holiday Destination	A place where people go for vacations.	Paris is a top holiday destination for art enthusiasts.

Usage in IELTS Exam Formats

Reading Section

Words like percentage, scientific findings, and confirm often appear in passages about media trends or studies.

Example: “What percentage of viewers preferred digital media?”

Listening Section

Terms such as fictional world, expose to, and catch the interest are common in discussions about film, literature, or educational programs.

Example: “The speaker explained how novels expose readers to different cultures.”

Writing Section

Use phrases like decline, rise, interlinked, and custom to enhance essays discussing arts and their cultural significance.

Example: “The rise of digital media has significantly impacted traditional artistic customs.”

Speaking Section

Employ terms like cope with, escape into, challenging, and surround with when discussing personal experiences or hobbies.

Example: “I often escape into fictional worlds by watching movies after a challenging day.”

Common Mistakes

Confusing "Deliberate" with "Accidental":

Mistake: "The artist’s use of bright colors was accidental."
Correction: "The artist’s use of bright colors was deliberate."

Overusing "Outweigh" Without Comparisons:

Mistake: "Digital media outweighs in modern art."
Correction: "The benefits of digital media outweigh its drawbacks in modern art."

Misusing "Expose To" Without Context:

Mistake: "The show exposes the audience to."
Correction: "The show exposes the audience to diverse perspectives."

Using "Fictional World" for Real Settings:

Mistake: "The city in the documentary felt like a fictional world."
Correction: "The city in the documentary felt surreal, but it was real."

Mixing "Rise" and "Increase":

Mistake: "The rise of art galleries shows increase in art interest."
Correction: "The rise in art galleries shows an increase in art interest."

FAQ

What’s the difference between "fictional world" and "made-up stories"?

A "fictional world" refers to the setting, while "made-up stories" focus on the plot or narrative.

How is "interlinked" significant in arts-related topics?

"Interlinked" highlights connections, e.g., “Art and technology are interlinked in digital media production.”

Can "relief" be used in non-emotional contexts?

Yes, but it usually refers to emotional relaxation, e.g., “The art exhibit provided relief from a stressful day.”

What’s the difference between "rise" and "decline"?

"Rise" indicates growth or increase, while "decline" refers to a decrease or reduction.

How is "cope with" used in the Speaking Test?

"Cope with" is ideal for discussing challenges, e.g., “I cope with stress by painting or watching films.”