Machu Picchu U3L5

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What does the word 'preserved' mean?

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To keep something in its original state or in good condition.

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What is the opposite of 'preserved'?

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Destroyed.

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How many people are believed to have lived in Machu Picchu?

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750.

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What does the word 'fragments' mean?

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Pieces or parts of something.

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What is a synonym for 'fragments'?

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Pieces.

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Why did the Incas celebrate the Festival of the Sun?

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To honor the sun god.

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What is the significance of the winter solstice in South America?

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It marks the shortest day of the year, occurring in June.

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What is Machu Picchu?

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An ancient Incan city located in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

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Who were the Incas?

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A civilization that thrived in South America, known for their advanced architecture and agriculture.

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What is the main purpose of the Festival of the Sun?

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To celebrate the sun and its importance to agriculture.