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Located 10 miles off Scotland’s north-eastern coast, the Orkney islands are a treasure trove of history. When I visited one of Orkney’s famous prehistoric (121)____, the Maeshowe tomb, my first impression was of an unremarkable green mound (122)______ by a ditch. Despite its appearance, this 5,000-year-old (123)____ place is actually a masterpiece of (124)_______ design and engineering, and a testament (125)______ the skill of Orkney’s prehistoric residents. That’s because, (126)______ around three weeks either side of the winter solstice (which takes (127)______ on 21 or 22 December each year), visitors have the chance to see something truly magical (128)_____ here. During this time of year, the narrow passage into the (129)______ becomes more than just an entrance: it was deliberately designed (130)______ with the setting of the midwinter sun. Just as the last rays start to disappear – which is at around 15:10 at this deepest, darkest time of midwinter – a shaft of light creeps down the passageway, slips across the floor of the tomb and illuminates the back wall like a golden, glowing doorway to another world.

Located 10 miles off Scotland’s north-eastern coast, the Orkney islands are a treasure trove of history. When I visited one of Orkney’s famous prehistoric (121)____, the Maeshowe tomb, my first impression was of an unremarkable green mound (122)______ by a ditch. Despite its appearance, this 5,000-year-old (123)____ place is actually a masterpiece of (124)_______ design and engineering, and a testament (125)______ the skill of Orkney’s prehistoric residents. That’s because, (126)______ around three weeks either side of the winter solstice (which takes (127)______ on 21 or 22 December each year), visitors have the chance to see something truly magical (128)_____ here. During this time of year, the narrow passage into the (129)______ becomes more than just an entrance: it was deliberately designed (130)______ with the setting of the midwinter sun. Just as the last rays start to disappear – which is at around 15:10 at this deepest, darkest time of midwinter – a shaft of light creeps down the passageway, slips across the floor of the tomb and illuminates the back wall like a golden, glowing doorway to another world.

Located 10 miles off Scotland’s north-eastern coast, the Orkney islands are a treasure trove of history. When I visited one of Orkney’s famous prehistoric (121)____, the Maeshowe tomb, my first impression was of an unremarkable green mound (122)______ by a ditch. Despite its appearance, this 5,000-year-old (123)____ place is actually a masterpiece of (124)_______ design and engineering, and a testament (125)______ the skill of Orkney’s prehistoric residents. That’s because, (126)______ around three weeks either side of the winter solstice (which takes (127)______ on 21 or 22 December each year), visitors have the chance to see something truly magical (128)_____ here. During this time of year, the narrow passage into the (129)______ becomes more than just an entrance: it was deliberately designed (130)______ with the setting of the midwinter sun. Just as the last rays start to disappear – which is at around 15:10 at this deepest, darkest time of midwinter – a shaft of light creeps down the passageway, slips across the floor of the tomb and illuminates the back wall like a golden, glowing doorway to another world.

Located 10 miles off Scotland’s north-eastern coast, the Orkney islands are a treasure trove of history. When I visited one of Orkney’s famous prehistoric (121)____, the Maeshowe tomb, my first impression was of an unremarkable green mound (122)______ by a ditch. Despite its appearance, this 5,000-year-old (123)____ place is actually a masterpiece of (124)_______ design and engineering, and a testament (125)______ the skill of Orkney’s prehistoric residents. That’s because, (126)______ around three weeks either side of the winter solstice (which takes (127)______ on 21 or 22 December each year), visitors have the chance to see something truly magical (128)_____ here. During this time of year, the narrow passage into the (129)______ becomes more than just an entrance: it was deliberately designed (130)______ with the setting of the midwinter sun. Just as the last rays start to disappear – which is at around 15:10 at this deepest, darkest time of midwinter – a shaft of light creeps down the passageway, slips across the floor of the tomb and illuminates the back wall like a golden, glowing doorway to another world.

Organic farming (131)_______that nature stays clean and rich. If we visit an organic farm, we will notice a (132)________of animal, bird and insect activity. Research shows that around 30% more wildlife and plants thrive (133) ________ ecologically produced fields compared to conventional farming. This is because there are no pesticides, and fertiliser is used (134)________. Covid-19 pandemic has changed the (135)________of organic food, with the spotlight now on safety and healthy food that is nutritious to build a strong immune system.

Organic farming (131)_______that nature stays clean and rich. If we visit an organic farm, we will notice a (132)________of animal, bird and insect activity. Research shows that around 30% more wildlife and plants thrive (133) ________ ecologically produced fields compared to conventional farming. This is because there are no pesticides, and fertiliser is used (134)________. Covid-19 pandemic has changed the (135)________of organic food, with the spotlight now on safety and healthy food that is nutritious to build a strong immune system.

Organic farming (131)_______that nature stays clean and rich. If we visit an organic farm, we will notice a (132)________of animal, bird and insect activity. Research shows that around 30% more wildlife and plants thrive (133) ________ ecologically produced fields compared to conventional farming. This is because there are no pesticides, and fertiliser is used (134)________. Covid-19 pandemic has changed the (135)________of organic food, with the spotlight now on safety and healthy food that is nutritious to build a strong immune system.

Organic farming (131)_______that nature stays clean and rich. If we visit an organic farm, we will notice a (132)________of animal, bird and insect activity. Research shows that around 30% more wildlife and plants thrive (133) ________ ecologically produced fields compared to conventional farming. This is because there are no pesticides, and fertiliser is used (134)________. Covid-19 pandemic has changed the (135)________of organic food, with the spotlight now on safety and healthy food that is nutritious to build a strong immune system.

Organic farming (131)_______that nature stays clean and rich. If we visit an organic farm, we will notice a (132)________of animal, bird and insect activity. Research shows that around 30% more wildlife and plants thrive (133) ________ ecologically produced fields compared to conventional farming. This is because there are no pesticides, and fertiliser is used (134)________. Covid-19 pandemic has changed the (135)________of organic food, with the spotlight now on safety and healthy food that is nutritious to build a strong immune system.

Climate change (136) __________ an imminent threat to our planet, demanding urgent global action. The rise in greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation and unsustainable practices contribute to extreme weather events, rising sea levels and disruptions in ecosystems. To (137) ________ these effects, a collaborative international effort is essential. Nations (138) ___________ commit to reducing carbon emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources and implementing sustainable practices. Cooperation on technological advancements and sharing resources will foster a collective resilience against the impacts of climate change. The urgency of this issue calls for a united front, where governments, businesses and individuals work together to create a sustainable and resilient future for the (139) __________ to come.