E9 UNIT 4 VOCABULARY

The Christmas __________________ of gift-giving has its roots in both pagan and Christian customs.

• routine

• habit

• tradition

• hobby

We celebrated our grandparents’ 40th wedding ________________ with a grand party.

• event

• anniversary

• ceremony

• custom

The tea ceremony in Japan is a __________________ tradition that symbolizes harmony and respect.

• occupied

• communal

• modern

• deep-rooted

Harvard University was __________________ in 1636, making it one of the oldest institutions in the US.

• founded

• preserved

• recognized

• observed

Parisian cafes offers a taste of traditional French __________________ with dishes like croissants and quiche.

• cuisine

• practice

• kitchen

• fashion

Throughout history, people have built monuments and altars to honor and __________________ their ancestors.

• contribute

• worship

• explore

• maintain

Despite time and wars, some artifacts from ancient Egypt are very __________________, including mummies.

• well-prepared

• basic

• well-preserved

• recognizable

It was important for museums to preserve this past for future __________________.

• monuments

• customs

• heritages

• generations

Olive oil, tomatoes, and basil are essential __________________ in many Italian dishes.

• ingredients

• products

• materials

• structures

The ruins of the castle are __________________ with the past glory and power of the royal family.

• religious

• disconnected

• associated

• magnificent