A list of vocabulary taken directly from a real English exam.
Difficulty: Upper Intermediate B2
PDF: Forever Young
This list of words comes from an Eiken 2 exam question titled "Forever Young" which was about people living longer, healthier lives. Most of the words are related to that theme.
| developed | Japan is an economically developed country. | |
| wealthier | He became wealthier after he won the lottery. | |
| average length of life | The average length of life in Japan is 84 years. | |
| healthier lifestyles | People who exercise regularly tend to have healthier lifestyles. | |
| associated with | Smoking is associated with various illnesses. | |
| high blood pressure | High blood pressure is a common health problem. | |
| heart disease | Heart disease is a leading cause of death in many countries. | |
| illnesses | Influenza and headaches are different types of illnesses. | |
| serious illness | Cancer is a serious illness that requires medical treatment. | |
| become ill | If you become ill, you should see a doctor. | |
| medicine | Medicine can help treat various health conditions. | |
| medical care | His grandmother needs medical care for her knee. | |
| consequence | If you don't study, the consequence may be a bad grade. | |
| promote | The school will promote healthy eating during lunch time. | |
| governments | Governments play a role in promoting public health. | |
| likely to | People who smoke are more likely to develop lung cancer. | |
| functions | Healthy eating is essential for the proper functions of our body. | |
| researcher | The researcher studied the effects of exercise on mental health. | |
| chemical | Chemicals can be harmful to our health if not handled properly. | |
| the effects of age | A healthy diet can help reduce the effects of age. | |
| effective | Vaccines are an effective way to stop sickness from spreading. | |
| trend | More people are reading electronic books, it's a trend. | |
| gap | The gap between rich and poor is growing. | |
| decades | Technology has advanced rapidly over the last few decades. | |
| for instance | You should eat healthy foods, for instance, fruit and vegetables. | |
| regularly | It is important to exercise regularly to maintain good health. | |
| prevent | Regular hand washing can help prevent the spread of germs. | |
| eventually | If you keep practicing, you'll eventually get better. |