Задание

Complete the task. Read the text below. Transform the words in brackets in capital letters (so that they match the content lexically and grammatically). Use them to fill in the gaps.

Illustration

Write one word in each gap.

The Chinese had a system of beacon towers along the [ ] (NORTH) borders of China. The beacon towers were often built on the peaks of the mountains or rises to better observe the different [ ] (MOVE) of enemies. Thus, they were an [ ] (IMPORTANCE) part of the Great Wall's defence system.

The beacon towers were used to transmit military and other information across the border, using smoke signals during the day and torches at night. Because of its unique function, it is considered the oldest [ ] (EFFECT) telegraph system in Chinese history.

Statutes and military manuals from the Ming dynasty provide details about troop deployments on the beacon towers, signalling protocol, the inclusion of cannon fire and drums in the repertoire of [ ] (TRADITION) smoke and fire signals, and some information about the fuel used for fires.