GEP7B - Unit 7A- Reading (Do you want to practise for five hours or six?), pp. 66-67

Compulsory

Compulsory

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

Controversy

Prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion.

Delighted

Feeling or showing great pleasure or satisfaction.

Determined

Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it.

Excel

Be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject.

Forbidden

Not allowed; banned.

Outstanding

Exceptionally good; extremely impressive.

Prestigious

Inspiring respect and admiration; having high status.

Prodigy

A person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.

Rebel

To refuse to obey rules or people in authority.

Resent

Feel bitterness or indignation at (a circumstance, action, or person).

Take up

Begin to study, practice, or do (a hobby or activity).