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Key Famous Squares Vocabulary
famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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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 annual holiday parade marched through the square, delighting spectators of all ages .
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Mexico City

the capital city of Mexico, which is also the largest city in the country, and is known for its spicy food, colorful art scene, and ancient structures

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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 produces a variety of beverages , including tequila and mezcal , which are integral to its culinary identity .
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to visit
to visit
[Verb]

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

Ex: They were excited to visit the theme park and experience the thrilling rides and attractions .
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square meter

a centare is 1/100th of an are

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aztec
aztec
[noun]

a member of the Nahuatl people who established an empire in Mexico that was overthrown by Cortes in 1519

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Spanish
Spanish
[noun]

someone who is from Spain or their family came from Spain

Ex: She is proud to be Spanish and often talks about her heritage.
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to build
to build
[Verb]

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

Ex: The historical monument was built in the 18th century .
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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: The workers construct the building from the ground up .
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today
today
[Adverb]

at the present time

Ex: Numerous children in underprivileged communities today do not have access to quality education.
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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concert
concert
[noun]

a public performance by musicians or singers

Ex: The school is hosting a concert to showcase the students ' musical talents .
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festival
festival
[noun]

a series of performances of music, plays, movies, etc. typically taking place in the same location every year

Ex: They attended a cultural festival held in their town .
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parade
parade
[noun]

a public event where people or vehicles orderly move forward, particularly to celebrate a holiday or special day

Ex: They planned to participate in the Thanksgiving Day parade.
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celebration

a gathering or event where people come together to honor someone or something, often with food, music, and dancing

Ex: The annual festival is a celebration of local culture , featuring traditional music , dance , and cuisine .
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September
September
[noun]

the ninth month of the year, after August and before October

Ex: September can be a busy month for businesses as they gear up for the holiday season , with retailers stocking shelves with fall merchandise and planning promotions to attract customers .
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to celebrate

to do something special such as dancing or drinking that shows one is happy for an event

Ex: They have celebrated the completion of the project with a team-building retreat .
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firework
firework
[noun]

(usually plural) a small thing containing explosive powder that produces bright colors and a loud noise when it explodes or burns, mostly used at celebrations

Ex: She bought a variety of fireworks for the Fourth of July party .
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political
political
[Adjective]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

Ex: The media plays a crucial role in informing the public about political developments and holding elected officials accountable .
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protest
protest
[noun]

an organized public demonstration expressing strong disapproval of an official policy or action

Ex: The community held a peaceful protest to express their concerns about the development plans .
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rally
rally
[noun]

a large gathering of the public, especially those supporting a particular political idea or party

Ex: He was arrested during the rally for protesting against government policies he viewed as unfair .
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to share
to share
[Verb]

to communicate or express one's thoughts, personal encounters, emotions, secrets, etc. with others

Ex: During the therapy session, he felt comfortable sharing openly.
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opinion
opinion
[noun]

your feelings or thoughts about a particular subject, rather than a fact

Ex: They asked for her opinion on the new company policy .
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flag
flag
[noun]

a piece of cloth with a mark or pattern that stands for a country, organization, etc.

Ex: The flag of the charity organization was prominently featured in the parade .
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giant
giant
[Adjective]

extremely large in size

Ex: The giant iceberg floated in the Arctic Ocean , posing a hazard to passing ships .
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Mexican
Mexican
[Adjective]

relating to Mexico or its people

Ex: The Mexican government has implemented various programs to promote tourism , highlighting its beautiful beaches , historical sites , and cultural festivals .
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impressive
impressive
[Adjective]

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

Ex: The team made an impressive comeback in the final minutes of the game .
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soldier
soldier
[noun]

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

Ex: The soldier polished his boots until they shone .
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to raise
to raise
[Verb]

to put something or someone in a higher place or lift them to a higher position

Ex: William raised his hat and smiled at her .
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to lower
to lower
[Verb]

to move something or someone to a position that is closer to the ground

Ex: He carefully lowered the fragile package to the ground to prevent any damage during transportation .
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must-see
must-see
[Adjective]

highly recommended to visit or experience

Ex: The museum 's new exhibit on ancient Egypt is a must-see experience .
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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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Spanish
Spanish
[noun]

the main language of Spain and many Southern or Central American countries

Ex: Spanish is spoken by over 460 million people as a first language .
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monument
monument
[noun]

a place or building that is historically important

Ex: The Taj Mahal is a stunning monument built in memory of Emperor Shah Jahan ’s beloved wife , Mumtaz Mahal .
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