Archaeological Site of Carthage Word Search
Archaeological Site of Carthage, as a word search. 12 words drawn from its architecture, its landscape, and the people who built it sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: CARTHAGE, BYRSA, COTHON, TOPHET, AGORA, THEATER, NECROPOLIS, BASILICA, COLONNADE, MOSAICS, TERRACOTTA, BASALT.
Found words stay highlighted, so the grid gets easier to read as you go and the final few tend to fall quickly.
Archaeological Site of Carthage word list, defined
- AGORA /ˈæɡərə/ · noun
- An agora is a public square or marketplace in an ancient Greek city. It was a central gathering place for citizens. Related: marketplace, public square, forum, plaza.
- THEATER /ˈθiːətər/ · noun
- A building or outdoor area where plays, films, or other performances are given; a place for dramatic performances. Related: playhouse, theatre, auditorium, concert hall.
- BASILICA /ˈbæsɪlɪkə/ · noun
- A large, impressive church, especially one of great age and historical importance, often the seat of a bishop. A building with a large central space, often used for exhibitions or concerts. Related: cathedral, church, temple, sanctuary.
- COLONNADE /kɒləˈneɪd/ · noun
- A long, covered walkway or gallery, typically with a series of arches or columns, often surrounding a courtyard or garden. A colonnade is a structure that provides shade and shelter from the elements. Related: piazza, courtyard, arcade, gallery.
- MOSAICS /məˈsæɪzɪks/ · noun
- A piece of art or design made from small, usually colored, pieces of material such as tiles or glass, arranged to form a pattern or picture. A decorative work made from small pieces of material. Related: mosaic art, tessellations, pavement, mosaic art.
- TERRACOTTA /tɛrəˈkɒtə/ · noun
- A type of earthenware pottery that is fired at a relatively low temperature, often used for outdoor planters and decorative items. Related: earthenware, clay, ceramic, pottery.
- BASALT /bəˈsɔlt/ · noun
- A dark-colored, fine-grained igneous rock that is rich in iron and magnesium, often found in areas where there has been volcanic activity. It is commonly used in construction and as a dimension stone. Related: andesite, dacite, gabbro, obsidian.
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