IELTS Aim 6.5 Vocabulary Quiz 6

Which of the following can replace the underlined expression? Djoser’s main official, whose name was Imhotep, conceived of building a taller, more impressive tomb for this king.

• understood

• transformed

• attributed

• imagined

Which of the following can replace the underlined expression? The ancient Egyptians built pyramids as impressive burial grounds for their deceased pharaohs.

• tombs

• chambers

• courtyards

• living quarters

Ancient peoples ___________ magical power to gemstones. (Ancient peoples believe that gemstones have magical power.)

• inscribed

• attributed

• buried

• excavated

Which of the following can replace the underlined expression? The Step Pyramid has been thoroughly examined and investigated over the last century.

• partly

• quickly

• carefully

• carelessly

Which CANNOT be used to fill the the blank? Ancient people used various tools to ___________ intricate patterns on the surface of the stone vessels.

• inscribe

• carve

• engrave

• stack

It is essential to properly ___________ historical artifacts to preserve them for future generations.

• inscribe

• attribute

• bury

• excavate

Who does the word “predecessors” refer to? Stone vessels that were placed by Djoser in his Step Pyramid are believed to be used to honor his predecessors.

• pharaohs

• archaeologists

• historians

• officials

She carefully placed her jewelry, important documents, and other ___________ in a secure box before leaving for her vacation.

• tools

• artifacts

• valuables

• souvenirs

In understanding our society, we should not ___________ the problems faced by those who are disadvantaged, as addressing their issues is vital for overall improvement.

• oversee

• overlook

• abandon

• excavate

Which of the following is a synonym to the underlined word? The historical significance of these events can be easily exaggerated.

• belittle

• downplay

• understate

• overemphasize