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    The reading explores a theory that kites may have been used to lift heavy stones during the construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Experiments were conducted demonstrating that kites could lift significant weights using wind power and a pulley system. However, there is no definitive evidence to support the theory of kites being used in pyramid construction.

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    The reading explores a theory that kites may have been used to lift heavy stones during the construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Experiments were conducted demonstrating that kites could lift significant weights using wind power and a pulley system. However, there is no definitive evidence to support the theory of kites being used in pyramid construction.

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    The reading explores a theory that kites may have been used to lift heavy stones during the construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Experiments were conducted demonstrating that kites could lift significant weights using wind power and a pulley system. However, there is no definitive evidence to support the theory of kites being used in pyramid construction.

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    The reading explores a theory that kites may have been used to lift heavy stones during the construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Experiments were conducted demonstrating that kites could lift significant weights using wind power and a pulley system. However, there is no definitive evidence to support the theory of kites being used in pyramid construction.

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    Full name __Le Thi Thuy Tien___ Class___K25ATCB_________

    READING SUMMARY WORKSHEET

    Unit: __ Reading Title: Pulling strings to build pyramids

    1. What is the reading passage mostly about?


    The reading passage explores a theory proposed by Maureen Clemmons
    suggesting that kites might have been used to lift heavy stones during the
    construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Intrigued by the idea, aeronautics
    professor Morteza Gharib and his student Emilio Graff conducted experiments
    demonstrating that kites could lift significant weights using wind power and a
    pulley system. While the theory challenges conventional beliefs about pyramid
    construction, there is no definitive evidence to support it.

    2. What places are mentioned in the reading?


    The reading mentions several places:
    - Egypt: Where the pyramids were built over three thousand years ago.
    - California Institute of Technology (Caltech): Where Morteza Gharib, the -
    aeronautics professor, works.
    - Saqqara: The location of the step pyramid where a wooden artifact resembling
    a glider was found, suggesting ancient Egyptian interest in flight.
    - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA): Where Willeke Wendrich, an
    associate professor of Egyptology, teaches.
    - Nicaragua: Mentioned as a place where a civil engineer is interested in using
    kites for modern construction methods.
    - China

    3. In a few words, give the topic or main idea of each paragraph


    1. Introduction to kite theory
    2. Gharib and Graff's experiments
    3. Lack of definitive proof
    4. Wendrich dismisses the kite-lifting theory
    5. Evidence supporting the theory
    6. Modern applications of kites
    7. Conclusion

    4. Make a list of 10 highlighted words in the text. Then make a sentence for
    each

    Kite Flying a kite is a popular outdoor activity enjoyed by many


    people.
    Wind The wind blew strongly, causing the trees to sway.
    Pulley A pulley is a simple machine that can be used to lift heavy
    objects.
    Pyramids The pyramids of Giza are impressive structures that attract
    tourists from around the world.
    Experimenting Scientists are constantly experimenting to discover new
    things and improve existing technologies.
    Wooden The wooden chair in the living room creaked as he sat down.
    Depictions There are no depictions of the pyramid construction process.
    Hypothesis Before conducting an experiment, scientists form a
    hypothesis to test their ideas.
    Construction Construction workers are busy building a new skyscraper
    downtown.
    Inaccessible The remote mountain village was inaccessible by road during
    the winter months.
    Sailing Sailing enthusiasts enjoy spending time on the water,
    harnessing the power of the wind to move their boats.

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