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The Coliseum
Reading Comprehension Quiz
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Which happened first?
The Coliseum was used as a castle.
The Coliseum appeared on the back of a coin.
An earthquake damaged the Coliseum.
The Coliseum was struck by lightning.
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When did the Romans finish building the Coliseum?
The year 240
The year 80
The year 523
The year 70
How do you know this? Use the text in your answer.
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What caused the fire that damaged the upper levels of the Coliseum?
An angry mob of starving rioters
An attacking army
Rowdy people who came to watch the events
A bolt of lightning
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The Coliseum was used for all of these purposes except for which of the following?
It was a private castle.
People fought other people in it.
People fought animals in it.
It was a meeting place for the government.
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Which caused the most damage to the Coliseum?
Earthquakes
Fires
Hurricanes
Wars
Why do you believe this? Refer to the text to support your argument.
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What did most people do with the stones that they took from the Coliseum?
They used them as weapons.
They used them as tomb stones.
They sold them.
They repaired buildings.
How do you know this? Use text to support your argument.
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Which best defines the word "gruesome" as it is used in the second paragraph?
Exciting
Boring
Funny
Horrifying
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Which best describes the main idea in the last paragraph?
This is about how the Coliseum is used today.
This is about how the Coliseum is a symbol that many people know.
This is about all the things the Coliseum has been used for throughout history.
This is about how the Coliseum is a popular place to visit today.
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Which was not a way in which the Coliseum had been damaged over the years?
Fire
Tornado
Lightning
Earthquake
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Which statement would the author most likely agree with?
The Coliseum should be replaced with a building that is not damaged.
The Coliseum is very old and has been used for many purposes.
The Coliseum should be used for fighting once again.
The Coliseum has its place in history but it is not useful today.
Why do you believe this? Explain your answer completely.
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Why was the Coliseum repaired after the fire but not after the earthquake? Use the text in your answer.
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Why did the fire only damage the upper levels of the Coliseum? Refer to the text in your answer.
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Why is the Coliseum still important today? Use the text in your answer.
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