Advanced Vocabulary Exercise #29

Both "groundwork" and "fundamental" mean basic and necessary.

Both "final" and "eventual" mean last.

Both "climax" and "highlight" mean an important part of something.

Both "implement" and "enforce" mean to make something happen.

Both "achieve" and "pursue" mean to reach a result.

Both "discuss" and "consult" mean to talk about.

English grammar can be quite confusing, so every English learner should always have a grammar book ready at all times! When you don't understand how a particular sentence works to produce meaning, you can consult, or seek advice from, the book.

After a construction project begins, problems that have not been foreseen may appear. Extra manpower and equipment may be required. Therefore, the original budget may not be the same as the eventual, or final, one.

In the 21st century, teachers are constantly pressured to show that they are doing their job well. One indicator our society considers important is students' performance in exams. Therefore, some schools emphasize exam skills rather than knowledge that prepares children for the future. In the context of the sentence, the school seems different. Its fundamental, or foundational, principle is to make students lifelong learners. If you were a parent, you would expect your children to find going to school meaningful and enjoyable.

A highlight is the most interesting part of something. Sports Days are, indeed, pretty common events. If the highlight of the school year is Sports Day, the school needs to consider providing a wider variety of activities for students.

To pursue a career means to work in a particular field. If you want to pursue a career in medicine, you probably want to become a doctor. Medical schools are competitive though. They only accept candidates with a stellar academic profile.

If a policy is enforced, the policy starts to take effect. In that school, a ban on sweets is enforced. Therefore, students are not allowed to bring candy to school.