To confuse or bewilder.

Many ancient wonders continue to _______ people today.

Highly respected.

The ________ men of the kingdom drank from ornate cups.

Without doubt.

_________ rivers helped to give rise to prosperous ancient cities.

Something accomplished by special ability, effort, or courage.

Unearthing Pompeii carefully enough to preserve even the smallest artifacts was an astounding ___________.

In addition; use to introduce a statement that adds to the previous statement.

________, ancient men erected impressive structures.

To attract and hold one’s attention because of beauty or excellence.

Visitors to the hanging gardens must have been ________ (ed) by their beauty.

Too many to count.

_________ stairs led to the Tomb of Mausolas.

Therefore; as a result.

Rome was established near the Tigris River; ________, the Roman’s could easily trade goods with other settlements.

Something that helps make someone or something better.

In Pompeii archaeologists have the __________ of setting an actual preserved city from ancient times.

Something given for a charitable purpose.

Pompeii’s most significant _______ to archaeology is providing a look at a real ancient city.

To force out in a large amount.

The dragon _______ (ed) fire from its nostrils.

Of different kinds or sorts.

Libraries strive for a ________ assortment of texts.

In almost the same way.

_________, people of ancient times relied on waterways for trade and travel.

The leading character, hero, or heroine.

Young Alexander, the _________, displays unwavering confidence.

The main idea that is being discussed or described.

The power to overcome obstacles by facing them with calmness and confidence is one ________ in this story.

To see ahead of time.

Damocles did not ______ the dangers of being a king.

Full of joy.

The town was _______ when the enemy was destroyed.

Moving quickly and skillfully.

On his new snowboard he sped _______ down the hill.

A decisive moment that is a major turning point in a plot.

At the ________, Alexander wins not just a horse, but a friend.

Constantly without change.

With just the right wind, the ships sailed _______ toward the shore.

To hold or treat as dear.

Ancient Egyptians ________ (ed) gold.

As much or more than is needed.

There were _______ supplies for all who needed them.

Sure of oneself.

She _________ controlled the speeding chariot.

A person who opposes or competes with the hero; adversary.

While the wild horse is the story’s _________ at first, he soon becomes Alexander’s trusted ally.

An extraordinary act of achievement.

My greatest ___________ that day was riding the giant wave to shore.