Definitions Used in the Informative Condition.

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A cartouche is a piece of gold or silver jewelry. A cartouche has words and pictures on it. A cartouche is believed to bring good luck.	An armlet is a decorative band. An armlet is worn around the upper arm. An armlet is made out of cloth or metal.
An equestrian is a person who rides a horse. An equestrian wears a special uniform. An equestrian competes in riding competitions.	A bonsai is a miniature tree. A bonsai is kept small by trimming the roots and branches. A bonsai may live for 100 years or more.
A chisel is a sharp tool. A chisel has a metal blade. A chisel is used for shaping wood, stone, or metal.	A futon is a mattress on a wooden frame. A futon is used as a bed. A futon can be folded up and stored in a closet when not in use.
Henna is a decoration on the body. Henna is made from a red-brown dye from plant leaves. Henna is used for weddings and big celebrations.	A kimono is an ankle length robe. A kimono has wide sleeves and a V-neckline. A kimono is worn on special occasions.
Papyrus is a grass-like plant. Papyrus grows up high in water. Papyrus is used to make paper.	Kokeshi are wooden toys. Kokeshi are carved and hand painted. Kokeshi have been made for over 150 years.
A pharaoh is a king of Egypt. A pharaoh was believed to have magical powers. A pharaoh was buried in a pyramid when he died.	A koto is a musical instrument. A koto has 13 silk strings. A koto is played by plucking and pressing on the strings
A sandgrouse is a desert bird. A sandgrouse is hard to kill because of its tough skin and thick feathers. A sandgrouse lays long dark-colored eggs in a hole in the ground.	A macaque is a type of monkey. A macaque has a hairless red face. A macaque likes to eat fruit and plants.
A scarab is a large insect. A scarab has unusual antenna. A scarab used to be placed in the bandages of mummies.	Origami is the art of making objects by folding paper. Origami is made without cutting or pasting. Origami is made out of colorful, square-shaped pieces of paper.
A sphinx is a make-believe creature. A sphinx has a lion’s body and human head. A sphinx is typically carved out of stone.	A tatami is a mat used as a floor covering. A tatami is made of straw with cloth borders. A tatami stays cool in summer and warm in winter.
A tunic is a loose-fitting shirt. A tunic may or may not have sleeves. A tunic reaches to the knees or lower.	A warbler is a small songbird. A warbler eats insects. A warbler makes dome shaped nests with green leaves sewn in.