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archeologists |
scientists who study artifacts from the past |
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distinct |
different, stand out |
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elaborate |
complex and detailed (elaborate plans) |
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replicas |
copies |
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Precede |
before |
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why were terracotta soldiers created |
farmers looking for water. uncover terracotta soldiers. soldiers used to guard after life of emperor Qin. people recreate/make replicas of these soldiers however, they are not as hard and lustrous as originals. Chinese government will not dig up tomb, but author uses vivid details to describe what may be inside (spark interest) |
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FACT each soldier weighs close to 400 pouds |
Opinion : the army is among the most incredible discoveries of modern times |
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FACT: Today, Terracotta soldiers are still being uncovered and restored |
Opinion: some soldiers seem lost ad possibly dreaming of the return home... |
