Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: A Speech Outline

Good morning. The Seven Wonders showcase ancient engineering and artistry:

1. Great Pyramid of Giza – oldest, largest, built ~2560 BCE for Pharaoh Khufu.
2. Hanging Gardens of Babylon – terraced gardens for Queen Amytis, 6th century BCE.
3. Statue of Zeus at Olympia – ivory and gold, seated god, near Olympic site.
4. Temple of Artemis at Ephesus – colossal marble, 100+ columns, destroyed by fire.
5. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus – ornate tomb for Mausolus, damaged by earthquake.
6. Colossus of Rhodes – 100+ ft bronze Helios, toppled by quake.
7. Lighthouse of Alexandria – 300+ ft beacon, fell to earthquakes.

Each wonder reflects human creativity and ambition.