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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic - Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
heading
heading
[noun]

a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about

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artifact
artifact
[noun]

a man-made object, tool, weapon, etc. that was created in the past and holds historical or cultural significance

Ex: This artifact, a beautifully carved statue , was a significant find that helped date the historical site .
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pyramid
pyramid
[noun]

a stone monument built in ancient Egypt usually as a tomb for the pharaohs, which has a triangular or square base that slopes up to the top

Ex: The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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certainty
certainty
[noun]

a situation or fact that is absolutely clear and cannot be questioned or altered

Ex: After years of hard work , her promotion was a certainty.
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definite
definite
[Adjective]

expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention

Ex: She gave a definite answer about attending the meeting .
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overview
overview
[noun]

a broad, general summary that covers the main aspects or features of a subject

Ex: The brochure included an overview of the services offered by the hotel .
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external
external
[Adjective]

related to the outer layer or structure of something

Ex: The external structure of the spacecraft was designed to withstand the extreme conditions of space .
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burial
burial
[noun]

the act of burying a dead body or the ceremony in which a dead body is buried

Ex: Archaeologists discovered an ancient burial site near the river.
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remains
remains
[noun]

the parts of the objects and structures from ancient times that have survived destruction and been discovered

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monument
monument
[noun]

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

Ex: Every year , a memorial service is held at the monument to remember those who lost their lives .
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enormous
enormous
[Adjective]

extremely large in physical dimensions

Ex: The tree in their backyard was enormous, providing shade for the entire garden .
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grand
grand
[Adjective]

magnificent in size and appearance

Ex: The grand yacht was equipped with luxurious amenities and state-of-the-art technology .
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tribute
tribute
[noun]

a gift, statement, or action given to someone as a sign of gratitude, admiration or respect

Ex: Fans created a tribute video for the famous actor .
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dynasty
dynasty
[noun]

a lineage of kings who rule a country or nation over a long period of time

Ex: Historians study the rise and fall of various dynasties to understand political changes over time .
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reign
reign
[noun]

the length of time during which a king, queen, or other monarch rules

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tomb
tomb
[noun]

an overground or underground grave that is large in size and is often made of stone

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passage
passage
[noun]

a route, path, or corridor that allows movement from one place to another

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deceased
deceased
[Adjective]

referring to a person who has recently died

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official
official
[noun]

a person who holds a position of authority or responsibility in an organization or government

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to conceive

to produce a plan, idea, etc. in one's mind

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to stack
to stack
[Verb]

to arrange items on top of each other in large quantities

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slab
slab
[noun]

a thick and flat piece of hard material, such as a stone, metal, wood, etc. that is usually in the shape of a square or rectangle

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scholar
scholar
[noun]

someone who has a lot of knowledge about a particular subject, especially in the humanities

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to attribute

to relate or assign a feature or quality to something or someone

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to owe
to owe
[Verb]

to carry a sense of gratitude, recognition, or indebtedness toward someone or something for intellectual or abstract contributions

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to pile
to pile
[Verb]

to lay things on top of each other

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mass
mass
[noun]

something great in size, volume, or magnitude

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inward
inward
[Adjective]

directed or moving toward the inside or center

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incline
incline
[noun]

an inclined surface connecting two levels

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temple
temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

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courtyard
courtyard
[noun]

an area with no roof that is partially or completely surrounded by walls, often forming a part of a large building

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shrine
shrine
[noun]

a place or building for people to pray in, which is considered holy by many due to its connection with a sacred person, event, or object

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living quarters

housing available for people to live in

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trench
trench
[noun]

a deep, narrow, steep-sided depression on the ocean floor

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to incorporate

to include something as part of a larger whole or system

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in advance
in advance
[Adverb]

prior to a particular time or event

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accomplishment

a desired and impressive goal achieved through hard work

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maze
maze
[noun]

a confusing network of paths separated by bushes or walls, designed in a way that confuses the people who pass through

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vessel
vessel
[noun]

a container used to hold liquids or other substances

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storeroom
storeroom
[noun]

a room where things are kept while they are not needed or used

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to inscribe

to mark or engrave a surface with a design or pattern, typically to create a lasting impression or decoration

Ex: As a tradition , graduates often inscribe their yearbooks with fond memories and best wishes for the future .
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to represent

to serve as an instance that embodies the characteristics, qualities, or traits associated with a particular category or concept

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to excavate

to uncover or expose by digging, especially to reveal buried artifacts, structures, or remains

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predecessor

someone who held a position, office, or role before another person

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to dump
to dump
[Verb]

to place something down in a rough, careless, or abrupt manner

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shaft
shaft
[noun]

a long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel

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precaution

an act done to prevent something unpleasant or bad from happening

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intricate
intricate
[Adjective]

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

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to overlook

to not notice or see something

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to astonish

to impress or surprise someone very much

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to amaze
to amaze
[Verb]

to greatly surprise someone

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egyptologist

an archeologist who specializes in Egyptology

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to constitute

to contribute to the structure or makeup of something

Ex: The distinct architectural styles and historical landmarks constitute the city 's unique identity .
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milestone
milestone
[noun]

an event or stage that has a very important impact on the progress of something

Ex: The new law marks a milestone in environmental protection efforts .
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archetype
archetype
[noun]

someone or something serving as the very typical example of a thing or person

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surroundings

the space and conditions around a person, place, or thing where it exists or functions

Ex: Changes in the surroundings can significantly impact an animal ’s behavior .
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accommodation

a place where people live, stay, or work in

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to occupy
to occupy
[Verb]

to take up, cover, or use the entire space or extent of something

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to encircle

to create a circular shape around someone or something

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to appreciate

to be thankful for something

Ex: Thank you , I appreciate your kind words of encouragement .
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possession

(usually plural) anything that a person has or owns at a specific time

Ex: Losing her possessions in the fire was devastating , but she was grateful that her family was safe .
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to criticize

to judge something based on its positive or negative points

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