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Key Famous Squares Vocabulary
to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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flood
flood
[noun]

the rising of a body of water that covers dry places and causes damage

Ex: After the flood, many people were left homeless. 
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building
building
[noun]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

Ex: He worked in a modern office building with large windows. 
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king
king
[noun]

the male ruler of a territorial unit that has a royal family

Ex: The king ruled over the kingdom with wisdom and compassion. 
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palace
palace
[noun]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

Ex: The royal palace gleamed in the sunlight, its marble facade adorned with intricate carvings and gilded accents. 
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royal wedding

a marriage ceremony between members of a royal family or between a royal family member and someone from outside the royal circle

Ex: The royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was broadcast live to millions of viewers around the world. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war. 
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to remember

to honor and think about someone who has died, especially as part of a ceremony or tradition

Ex: They lit candles to remember the victims of the earthquake. 
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soldier
soldier
[noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: Every soldier must undergo rigorous training. 
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World War II

the war that took place from the year 1939 to 1945 between the axis and the allies

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May
May
[noun]

the fifth month of the year, after April and before June

Ex: Many flowers bloom in May, such as tulips and daisies. 
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to gather
to gather
[Verb]

to come together in a place, typically for a specific purpose or activity

Ex: Every Sunday, the family gathers for a meal at Grandma's house. 
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to honor
to honor
[Verb]

to show a lot of respect for someone or something

Ex: Families may honor their heritage by preserving and passing down cultural traditions. 
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relaxation

the state of being free from tension, stress, and anxiety

Ex: After a long day at work, she enjoyed some relaxation in a warm bubble bath. 
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cafe
cafe
[noun]

a small restaurant that sells drinks and meals

Ex: The cozy cafe on the corner served delicious pastries and freshly brewed coffee. 
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restaurant

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
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performer
performer
[noun]

someone who entertains an audience, such as an actor, singer, musician, etc.

Ex: She's a versatile performer who excels in both dramatic and comedic roles. 
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musician
musician
[noun]

someone who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a profession

Ex: As a musician, he finds inspiration in everyday sounds and rhythms. 
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to entertain

to amuse someone so that they have an enjoyable time

Ex: The clown entertained the children at the birthday party with magic tricks and balloon animals. 
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crowd
crowd
[noun]

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

Ex: The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the first goal of the match. 
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christmas tree

a specific tree that is covered with lights and decorations and put in or outside houses at Christmas

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festive
festive
[Adjective]

fitting for celebrations or cheerful occasions

Ex: The house was decorated in a festive manner, with colorful lights and ornaments during the holiday season. 
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market
market
[noun]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

Ex: He set up a stand at the market to sell homemade jams and preserves. 
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summer
summer
[noun]

the season that comes after spring and in most countries summer is the warmest season

Ex: I enjoy eating ice cream to cool down in the hot summer months. 
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fair
fair
[noun]

a charitable event or bazaar where goods are sold to raise money for a specific cause

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outdoor
outdoor
[Adjective]

(of activities, games, events, etc.) played, done, or happening outside a house, building, etc.

Ex: They spent the afternoon enjoying badminton and other outdoor games in the park. 
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concert
concert
[noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex: After the concert, the band met with fans for autographs. 
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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pigeon
pigeon
[noun]

a bird with short legs and a short beak which typically has gray and white feathers

Ex: The pigeon strutted confidently along the sidewalk, pecking at scraps of food left by passersby. 
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friendly
friendly
[Adjective]

inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile

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tourist
tourist
[noun]

someone who visits a place or travels to different places for pleasure

Ex: As a tourist in Paris, she made sure to visit the Louvre Museum. 
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to [take] a picture

to use a device like a camera or cellphone to capture an image of something or someone

Ex: I took a picture of the stunning sunset at the beach. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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square
square
[noun]

an open piece of land in a city or town that is four-sided and is usually surrounded by buildings

Ex: The town square was bustling with activity as vendors set up stalls for the weekly market. 
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the Netherlands

a country in the North Western Europe, informally known as Holland

Ex: Cycling is a popular mode of transport in the Netherlands. 
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

Ex: During their vacation, they planned to visit famous landmarks and historical sites in the city. 
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about
about
[Adverb]

used with a number to show that it is not exact

Ex: There were about 20 people at the party. 
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busy
busy
[Adjective]

(of a place) full of activity or people

Ex: The market was busy with shoppers looking for fresh produce. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

Ex: She loved the lively atmosphere at the outdoor market. 
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to build
to build
[Verb]

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

Ex: The construction crew is building a new office complex downtown. 
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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century. 
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dam
dam
[noun]

a huge wall built to keep water from entering an area or to contain and use it as a power source to produce electricity

Ex: The dam controls the river’s water level. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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