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Useful words
occupation: the control of an area by a foreign power
to step down: to leave a position
charged: accused of doing something by law
composer: someone who writes music
percussion: all instruments that you play by hitting them with your hand or a stick, like a drum
These events are written in a simple way for intermediate learners of English. Facts are accurate as of June 2021.
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