Lesser-Known but Fascinating Mysteries
Lesser-Known but Fascinating Mysteries
The world is full of mysteries, and some are not as well-known as the Bermuda Triangle or the Loch Ness Monster. These hidden puzzles make us wonder about the world and the secrets it holds.
One lesser-known mystery is the Voynich Manuscript, a book written in a language that no one has been able to understand. The manuscript is full of strange symbols, drawings of unknown plants, and mysterious diagrams. Experts have tried to decode it for over 500 years, but its meaning remains a secret.
Another mystery is the Wow! Signal, a strong radio signal detected by scientists in 1977. It seemed to come from space and lasted for 72 seconds. Some people think it might be a message from an intelligent civilization, while others believe it was just a mistake. No one has heard the signal again.
Lastly, there is the case of the Taos Hum, a low, buzzing noise heard by some people in the town of Taos, New Mexico. Scientists have not found its source, and not everyone can hear it. Is it a natural sound, a secret experiment, or just an illusion?
These mysteries remind us that our world is still full of surprises waiting to be discovered.
Exercise: Match the Words with Their Definitions
Match each word from the text with its correct definition.
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Manuscript
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Symbol
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Diagram
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Decode
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Signal
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Intelligent
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Civilization
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Buzzing
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Illusion
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Experiment
a. A written or printed document
b. A picture or mark that represents something
c. A drawing that shows information
d. To find the meaning of a code
e. A sound that continues like a bee
f. A test to discover something new
g. A message sent through sound or waves
h. A mistake of the mind or senses
i. A society with advanced knowledge
j. Able to think and understand
If you are interested in a video about Voynich Manuscript:
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