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Cambridge English: KET (A2 Key)
Africa
Africa
[noun]

the second largest continent

Ex: Africa is known for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes. 
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Asia
Asia
[noun]

the largest continent in the world

Ex: Asia is home to various religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. 
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Australia
Australia
[noun]

a large island country in Southwest Pacific Ocean, known for its unique wildlife such as kangaroos

Ex: Australia is famous for its beautiful beaches, such as Bondi Beach in Sydney. 
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Australian
Australian
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Australia or its people

Ex: Australian literature includes famous authors like Tim Winton. 
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Brazil
Brazil
[noun]

the largest country in both South America and Latin America

Ex: Brazil is known for its diverse ecosystems, including the Amazon rainforest, which is home to countless species of wildlife. 
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Brazilian
Brazilian
[Adjective]

relating to Brazil or its people

Ex: Brazilian cuisine features a variety of dishes, including feijoada, a hearty black bean stew typically served with rice. 
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Britain
Britain
[noun]

the island containing England, Scotland, and Wales

Ex: Britain is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. 
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British
British
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, or culture of the United Kingdom

Ex: Shakespeare is one of the most famous British playwrights in history. 
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Canada
Canada
[noun]

the second largest country in the world that is in the northern part of North America

Ex: Canada celebrates its national day, Canada Day, on July 1st. 
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Canadian
Canadian
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, or culture of Canada

Ex: Canadian national parks, such as Banff and Jasper, attract tourists from around the world. 
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China
China
[noun]

the biggest country in East Asia

Ex: China is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, such as the Great Wall. 
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Chinese
Chinese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of China

Ex: She studied Chinese history during her semester abroad in Beijing. 
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Europe
Europe
[noun]

the second smallest continent‌, next to Asia in the east, the Atlantic Ocean in the west, and the Mediterranean Sea in the south

Ex: Europe has a well-developed transportation system. 
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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: France is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. 
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French
French
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of France

Ex: French cuisine is known for its delicious cheeses and wines. 
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Greece
Greece
[noun]

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

Ex: Greece is famous for its historical sites and beautiful islands. 
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Greek
Greek
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Greece, its people, or its language

Ex: Greek cuisine is well-known for its fresh and flavorful dishes. 
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India
India
[noun]

a country in South Asia, the second most populous country

Ex: India is known for its vibrant festivals like Diwali. 
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Indian
Indian
[Adjective]

relating to India or its people or languages

Ex: She studied Indian history to understand the country's cultural heritage. 
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Ireland
Ireland
[noun]

a country in North Western Europe, in the southern part of the island of Ireland

Ex: Ireland is an island nation in the North Atlantic, known for its rich cultural heritage and history. 
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Irish
Irish
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Ireland, its people, culture, and language

Ex: The Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day with parades, traditional music, and wearing green to honor their heritage. 
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Italy
Italy
[noun]

a country in southern Europe, with a long Mediterranean coastline

Ex: I traveled to Italy last year to explore its rich history and beautiful cities. 
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Italian
Italian
[Adjective]

relating to Italy or its people or language

Ex: Maria's family immigrated from Italy, so they celebrate their Italian heritage by hosting traditional Italian feasts during holidays. 
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japan
japan
[noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

Ex: Japan is renowned for its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology. 
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Japanese
Japanese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Japan

Ex: She studied Japanese literature in university to understand the country's cultural heritage. 
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Mexican
Mexican
[Adjective]

relating to Mexico or its people

Ex: Mexican cuisine is famous for its bold flavors, with staples like corn, beans, and chili peppers featured in many dishes. 
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Mexico
Mexico
[noun]

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

Ex: Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. 
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North  America

the third largest continent in the world, consisting of Canada, the United States, Mexico, the countries of Central America, and Greenland

Ex: North America is made up of three main countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. 
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South America

the fourth largest continent in the world which is to the south of Central America and North America

Ex: South America is home to the Amazon Rainforest, which is known for its incredible biodiversity. 
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Portugal
Portugal
[noun]

a republic in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; Portuguese explorers and colonists in the 15th and 16th centuries created a vast overseas empire (including Brazil)

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Portuguese
Portuguese
[Adjective]

of or relating to or characteristic of Portugal or the people of Portugal or their language

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Sweden
Sweden
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Eastern Scandinavia

Ex: I visited Sweden last summer and loved it. 
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Swedish
Swedish
[Adjective]

belonging or relating to Sweden, its people, and language

Ex: ABBA is a famous Swedish pop band. 
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east
east
[Adjective]

located in or coming from the east

Ex: The east side of the garden receives the morning sun. 
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north
north
[Adjective]

located or positioned toward the northern direction

Ex: The north side of the building remains cooler during the summer months. 
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south
south
[Adjective]

located toward the southern direction

Ex: The south side of the house receives ample sunlight in the afternoon. 
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west
west
[Adjective]

located or positioned toward the western direction

Ex: The west side of the house offers stunning sunset views. 
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