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256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The Orkney Islands, a group of British Islands north of Scotland, are considering the possibility of leaving the UK, shocking the country. Let’s take a deeper look into Orkney’s unique history and some possibilities for its future!



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Vocabulary

  • Archipelago (n) - A group of small islands
  • Heritage (n) - The cultural, historical, or natural traditions passed down through generations.
  • Dowry (n) - in some societies, an amount of money or property that a woman's parents give to the man she marries.
  • To ignore (v) - to intentionally not listen or give attention to.
  • Let down (phrasal v) - To feel disappointed or betrayed by someone or something.
  • Autonomous (adj) - an autonomous organization, country, or region is independent and has the freedom to govern itself.
  • Self-governing (adj) - A country or an area that is self-governing is controlled by the people living there.
  • Tax havens (n) - Countries or territories with favourable tax regulations.
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