Unit 14. Wonders of the world

Friday, April 09, 2010
Period 60
Week 29 (1) – Period 85
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Stonehenge, the circular arrangement of large stones near Salisbury, England, was probably built in three stages between about 3000 and 1000 bc. The function of the monument remains unknown: once believed to be a temple for Druids or Romans, Stonehenge is now often thought to have been either a temple for sun worshipers or a type of astronomical clock or calendar. As the only natural building stones within 21 km (13 mi), Stonehenge has been decimated through the centuries by builders and by normal climatic forces.
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Egyptian Pyramids Located on the west bank of the Nile River on the outskirts of Cairo, the pyramids at Giza, Egypt, rank as some of the best-known monuments in the world. The ancient Egyptians constructed the pyramids to serve as royal tombs. Built without the use of cranes, pulleys, or lifting tackle, the massive structures stand as testaments to the engineering skills of their makers. Karen Petersen
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Step Pyramid, Şaqqārah The Step Pyramid of King Djoser was built during the 3rd Dynasty at Şaqqārah, Egypt. It was designed by the architect Imhotep. The pyramid was the first monumental royal tomb and is one of the oldest stone structures in Egypt.Bridgeman Art Library, London/New York/Bernard Cox
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Egyptian Mummy The ancient Egyptians used pyramids as the final resting places for their monarchs. Before entombing the deceased, the Egyptians mummified the body, performing certain rituals and wrapping the body in linen. This image shows an example of a mummy.Liaison Agency/C. Canet
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Sydney Opera House, Australia The shell-shaped Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous pieces of modern architecture in the world. It was designed by Jørn Utzon and completed in 1973. Sydney is the capital of New South Wales, which is located on the southeastern coast of Australia. Sydney is the largest city in Australia and the country’s cultural center.
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Sydney Opera House
The gleaming white sails of the Sydney Opera House grace Port Jackson, the city`s superb natural harbor. The impressive cultural center was designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon and is recognized worldwide as a symbol of this thriving Australian city. Sydney Harbour Bridge, another of Sydney`s landmarks, connects the north shore of the bay with the downtown area.Encarta Interactive World AtlasThe Stock Market/Ken Staiton
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[C] a clue (to sth)
a piece of information
that helps you solve
a problem or a crime,
answer a question, etc
Clue (n.)
1. Practice the dialogue with two classmates.
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Vietnam
America
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Golden Gate Bridge
In San Francisco, USA
Sydney Opera House, Australia
Pyramids, in Egypt
Stonehenge, Salisbury, England,
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