"Machu Picchu: Ancient City" Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'intact' mean?

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Whole, with nothing missing, broken, or injured.

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What does it mean to 'preserve' something?

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To keep it in its original state or condition.

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What are 'remnants'?

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Left-over small parts or remaining traces.

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Who is an 'archaeologist'?

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A person who digs up and studies ancient remains.

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What is the role of a historian?

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A person who knows a lot about the past.

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What is an ancient city?

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A city that was built a long time ago and has historical significance.

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What does 'excavate' mean?

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To dig up and remove earth to find ancient objects.

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What is a 'relic'?

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An object from the past that has historical or cultural significance.

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What does 'artifact' mean?

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An object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest.

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What is 'archaeology'?

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The study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts.