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- 4. The _______ Canal is a marvel of civil engineering that uses a complex system of locks to lift ships eighty-five feet above sea level to cross the Continental Divide.
- 5. Feta is another Mediterranean staple that is aged in brine, giving it a tangy and crumbly profile that is essential for a classic ______ salad.
- 7. Louis_______ , known as "Satchmo," was a foundational figure in jazz who transformed the genre with his innovative trumpet playing and gravelly vocals.
- 9. The Paloma is a popular alternative that uses _____ soda and a pinch of salt, offering a tarter and more effervescent flavor than a standard Margarita.
- 10. The Margarita is a refreshing Mexican-inspired cocktail that traditionally combines tequila, fresh ______ juice, and orange liqueur in a salt-rimmed glass.
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- 1. ________ is a rustic Italian bread that was actually invented in nineteen-eighty-two as a response to the overwhelming popularity of the French baguette. The name means "slipper" in Italian, referring to its long, flat, and somewhat irregular shape that is perfect for making sandwiches.
- 2. ___________ is a unique semi-hard cheese from Cyprus that is famous for its high melting point, allowing it to be grilled or fried until crispy.
- 3. Franklin D. ________ was the only American president to be elected to four terms, leading the United States through both the Great Depression and World War II.
- 6. _________ Nurmagomedov is a legendary retired mixed martial artist from Dagestan who finished his professional career with a perfect record of twenty-nine wins and zero losses.
- 8. The ______ Tower is a communications and observation spire in the Minato district that was inspired by the Eiffel Tower but stands thirteen meters taller.