Exercise 7 - Part 2
For questions 1-8, think of the best word that fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap. All answers must be in lowercase.
The Great Wall of China is one of the most impressive structures (1) built. It was originally constructed (2) protect the Chinese Empire from invasions. Contrary (3) popular belief, the wall is not a single continuous line, but (4) a collection of many different walls and towers. (5) its name, it was not built all at once. Different sections were added (6) many centuries. Thousands of people worked on its construction, and many of (7) lost their lives during the process. Today, the wall attracts millions of tourists from all (8) the world who come to admire this ancient wonder.