disappear.
heritage
= something inherited (= received/handed down) by one generation from the
previous generation
Our countryside is part of our national heritage and we should preserve it carefully.
legends
= similar to myths, but sometimes containing an element of reality
Robin Hood is a British legend, although most historians agree the character is based on a
real person.
folklore
= old stories and myths/legends, usually transmitted verbally
African folklore is rich in stories of gods and monsters.
inheritance
= a synonym for ‘heritage’
Our greatest inheritance as a nation is our independence and fighting spirit.
fine art
= art by famous or acclaimed painters
Florence in Italy is a key destination for lovers of fine art.
handicrafts
= skills of making objects by hand, and also the objects themselves
Many indigenous people make a living by selling handicrafts to tourists.
opera
= a very formal play with a musical score
La Scala is the name of a famous opera venue in Italy, which I’d like to visit.
shanties
and
dirges =
very traditional songs about basic subjects
Children sometimes sing shanties at primary school.
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