Level 3974
Topic :
Unique Customs
Full Phrase :
In Fiji, presenting a whale’s tooth, or “tabua,” is a traditional way to ask for a woman’s hand in marriage, symbolizing respect
Level Phrase
A TRADITIONAL WAY TO ASK FOR A WOMAN’S HAND IN MARRIAGE, SYMBOLIZING RESPECT
Questions & Answers
The hard covering on the foot of certain animals like horses
HOOF
A brightly colored flower, often red
POPPY
To a high degree of perfection or subtlety
FINELY
He became her __, learning everything she had to teach
PROTEGE
Who is constantly nagged or bossed around? (adj.)
HENPECKED
A writer or storyteller who documents occurrences over time
CHRONICLER
Already prepared and wrapped for sale or use
PREPACKAGED
The act of passing laws to permit certain activities or behaviors
LEGALIZATION
As an __, she enjoyed tea time as part of her daily routine
ENGLISHWOMAN
A symbol used in writing to include additional information
BRACKET
Ancient writing system used by the Egyptians
HIEROGLYPHICS
Using physical means to stop movement or trade
BLOCKADING
To be a sign or expression of a larger concept or idea
SYMBOLIZE
Acting as though something is real when it is not
FAKING
To adjust or enhance for the best possible outcome
OPTIMIZE