numerous

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artifact

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fragment

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An ax is a hand tool with a heavy, sharp blade attached to a handle, used for chopping, splitting, or shaping wood. The blade is typically made of steel and is fixed to the handle, which is usually made of wood or fiberglass. Axes are commonly used in forestry, logging, and carpentry, as well as for tasks like splitting firewood or clearing plants. The user swings the ax to strike wood, and the sharp blade helps cut or split it. Axes come in different types, with variations for specific tasks, such as cutting down trees or chopping smaller branches.

What is an "ax"?

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to date

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clamshell

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roughly

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previously

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elsewhere

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nearby

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highly

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construction

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A canoe is a small, narrow boat that is typically paddled by one or two people. It has pointed ends and is usually open, meaning it does not have a deck covering the interior. Canoes are often made of lightweight materials such as wood, plastic, or aluminum, making them easy to carry and maneuver. The people paddling use a single-bladed paddle to move the canoe through the water. Canoes are commonly used for recreation, such as in lakes, rivers, or other calm bodies of water, and can be used for activities like sightseeing, fishing, or racing.

What is a "canoe"?

canoe

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thus

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to maintain

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A connection in public transportation refers to the transfer from one vehicle or route to another in order to continue a journey. It typically happens when a passenger switches from one bus, train, or other form of transport to another to reach their final destination. Connections are planned to ensure smooth travel, often with waiting times kept short so passengers can move easily between services. They are common in areas with large public transportation networks, helping people travel across different parts of a city or region without needing a private vehicle.

What is a "connection"?

connection

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neighboring

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layer

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record

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to date back

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impenetrable

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encompassing

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recent

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ice age

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significantly

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no doubt

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thick

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according to

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coincidence

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to craft

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rather than

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A seashell is a protective outer covering of various marine mollusks. They come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, and are often found washed up on beaches. Seashells serve as homes for mollusks and provide protection from predators and environmental factors. They are also cherished by beachcombers and collectors for their beauty and intricate patterns. Seashells are a fascinating reminder of the diverse and captivating marine life that exists beneath the ocean's surface.

What is a "seashell"?

seashell

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in response to

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heavy-duty

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modification

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increasingly

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while

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shell

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edge

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to unearth

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mainly

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The opossum, also known as possum in North America, is a marsupial mammal found primarily in the Americas. They are known for their distinctive appearance, with a pointed snout, naked prehensile tail, and often gray or white fur. Opossums are nocturnal animals, known for their scavenging behavior and ability to adapt to a wide range of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and urban areas. They have a varied diet that includes insects, small animals, fruits, and carrion. Opossums are also known for their unique defense mechanism of "playing possum" or "playing dead," where they roll over, excrete foul-smelling liquid, and appear lifeless when threatened. This behavior is meant to deter predators from attacking them. Opossums are marsupials, meaning they carry and nurse their young in a pouch on their belly, and they are the only marsupial native to North America.

What is an "opossum"?

opossum

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creature

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A patch refers to a small area of soil or ground that is specifically set aside for growing plants, such as flowers, vegetables, or herbs. It can be a part of a larger garden or a separate section designated for a particular type of plant or project. Garden patches are often created to improve plant growth by ensuring they have enough space and the right conditions.

What is a "patch"?

patch

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to clear

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to grind

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Rothschild's cuscus

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Learn vocabulary from the second part of Cambridge IELTS 19 Academic, Test 3 Reading Passage 1, with useful words and expressions from the text.

Cambridge IELTS 19 Test académique 3 Texte de lecture 1 Vocabulaire Partie 2