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What was a common practice for preserving valuable books in ancient libraries?
What was a common practice for preserving valuable books in ancient libraries?
- Burning them for safety
- Selling them to wealthy collectors
- Chaining them to bookcases (correct)
- Hiding them from the public
At what age can a child join a football academy?
At what age can a child join a football academy?
- 7 years old
- 10 years old
- 12 years old
- 9 years old (correct)
Which of the following is true about FC Barcelona's football academy, La Masia?
Which of the following is true about FC Barcelona's football academy, La Masia?
- It only has players from Spain.
- It has more than 500 young players.
- It lacks a training program for young players.
- It is known for producing famous footballers. (correct)
What is a method of mining mentioned in the passage?
What is a method of mining mentioned in the passage?
Why is it necessary for academy students to maintain their school education?
Why is it necessary for academy students to maintain their school education?
How do pit mines differ from tunnel mines?
How do pit mines differ from tunnel mines?
What challenge did early agriculturalists face?
What challenge did early agriculturalists face?
What is a notable feature of the football academies mentioned in the passage?
What is a notable feature of the football academies mentioned in the passage?
What early method did agriculturalists in Mesopotamia use to protect their crops around 6,500 BC?
What early method did agriculturalists in Mesopotamia use to protect their crops around 6,500 BC?
How does practicing gratitude positively affect individuals?
How does practicing gratitude positively affect individuals?
What benefit has space exploration provided to humanity?
What benefit has space exploration provided to humanity?
What role does technology play in modern education?
What role does technology play in modern education?
How do hobbies contribute to personal development?
How do hobbies contribute to personal development?
What does protecting the environment primarily aim to achieve?
What does protecting the environment primarily aim to achieve?
What is a potential downside of an over-reliance on technology in education?
What is a potential downside of an over-reliance on technology in education?
What is one of the impacts of expressing gratitude regularly?
What is one of the impacts of expressing gratitude regularly?
Flashcards
Library of Alexandria
Library of Alexandria
A famous ancient library in Egypt.
Hand-copied books
Hand-copied books
Books copied by hand in Europe during ancient times.
Printed books availability
Printed books availability
Printed books became available around the late 1400s.
Football academies
Football academies
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La Masia
La Masia
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Tunnel Mine
Tunnel Mine
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Pit Mine
Pit Mine
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Agriculturalists' insect problem
Agriculturalists' insect problem
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Ancient Pesticides
Ancient Pesticides
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Sulphur as Pesticide
Sulphur as Pesticide
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Gratitude's Impact
Gratitude's Impact
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Space Exploration's Benefits
Space Exploration's Benefits
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Tech in Education
Tech in Education
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Importance of Hobbies
Importance of Hobbies
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Environmental Protection
Environmental Protection
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Study Notes
Libraries
- Libraries were initially collections of documents
- The Library of Alexandria is an example of an ancient library
- In ancient Europe, books were valuable and sometimes chained to prevent theft
- Printed books became more common around the 1400s
Football
- Football is a popular global sport
- Young people look up to famous footballers as role models
- Many footballers begin their careers playing in the streets
- Football academies provide education and training to aspiring professional players
- Students must be at least 9 years old to join an academy
- Academies help develop talent and skills for professional careers
Football Academies
- Academies provide football education for younger players
- FC Barcelona's La Masia is a renowned academy
- La Masia has over 300 young players, including famous footballers and coaches
- FC Barcelona has academies worldwide, including Egypt, Japan, America, and Dubai
- Students continue their regular school education alongside academy training
Mining
- Mining methods include underground tunnels and pit mines
- Tunnel mines extend for miles underground, sometimes opening into large rooms
- Miners use large machines to dig away at walls and extract minerals
- Pit mines involve removing top layers of soil and rock to create a large hole
Pesticides
- Early farmers noticed insects eating their crops
- They developed ways to stop insects, leading to the use of insecticides (pesticides)
- The first evidence of pesticide use dates back to around 6500 BC in Mesopotamia
- Sulphur was one of the early insect killers
Gratitude
- Gratitude is a positive habit that can improve perspective
- Expressing gratitude can make people happier, healthier, and improve relations
- Gratitude journals and expressing thanks can increase positive feelings
Space Exploration
- Space exploration shows the vastness of the universe and its possibilities
- Missions like landing on the Moon and exploring Mars demonstrate human curiosity and potential
- Technologies developed for space exploration are now commonly used in daily life
Technology in Education
- Technology has improved access and engagement in education
- Digital tools such as tablets, online courses, and educational apps have expanded learning opportunities
- Technology helps students collaborate, learn at their own pace, and access interactive resources
Hobbies
- Hobbies provide enjoyment and stress relief
- Engaging in hobbies fosters skill development, and personal growth
- Hobbies offer a chance to develop interests beyond work and school
Protecting the Environment
- Protecting the environment involves taking care of the Earth for future generations
- Actions like recycling, conserving water, and using less plastic can make a difference
- Replacing traditional energy sources with renewable energy and planting trees can mitigate climate change effects
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