The Dog of Pompeii - Assessment

1.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a reason the people in Pompeii thought they had earthquakes?

They were buying foreign goods that were cursed.

The movement of plates under the earth.

They were not worshiping the gods properly

They were not appreciating the sailors for bringing them goods and keeping them safe

2.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which of these descriptions would most accurately describe Pompeii right before the eruption?

Poor, falling apart, filled with starving people

An ancient city that is preserved by volcanic dust

A busy city filled with rich people who like festivals and parties

A modern city known for its learning

3.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

How long has Tito been blind?

Since birth

Since he was about a year old

He went blind recently

He was not blind

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Based on the ending, we can infer that:

Both Tito and Bimbo die together

Tito survives, but Bimbo dies

Both Tito and Bimbo die together

Both Bimbo and Tito survive

5.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

When Mr. Barrie accidentally bumped into the shelf, he caused several books to ________________ and fall to the floor.

corrupt

dislodge

ponder

agonize

6.

Multiple Choice

2 mins

1 pt

It took me a long time to __________________ that puzzle before I finally found a solution.

emerge

agonize

ponder

corrupt

7.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is the setting of "The Dog of Pompeii"?

Pompeii, Ancient Rome

Ancient Egypt

Ancient America

8.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Who are the protagonists in "The Dog of Pompeii"?

Man vs Nature

Mt. Vesuvius

Tito and Bimbo

9.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What was the MAIN type of conflict in "The Dog of Pompeii"?

Man vs Man

Man vs Self

Man vs Nature

10.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

From what point of view (narration) is this story told from?

1st

2nd

3rd

11.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is the climax of "The Dog of Pompeii"?

Tito and Bimbo have a normal day in the city.

Bimbo bites Tito.

Tito is rescued.

12.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What is the conclusion of "The Dog of Pompeii"?

Bimbo is found 2,000 years later.

Tito cries.

Tito and Bimbo enjoy a normal day in the city.

13.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

The author most likely includes the details of real earthquakes in this piece of historical fiction to

show you how smart Bimbo is

encourage you to live near a volcano

teach you about Tito and Bimbo's friendshiop

make story events seem as though they happened

14.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Why is Tito upset at the end of the story? A. He has lost his only home. B. The people in the boat are mean. C. He cannot find Bimbo. D. Bimbo bit him on the arm.

He has lost his only home.

The people in the boat are mean.

He cannot find Bimbo.

Bimbo bit him on the arm.

15.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Why does Bimbo the dog leave Tito alone three times a day?

Bimbo runs off to play with other dogs in the Forum.

Bimbo goes to find food for the two of them.

Bimbo leaves to chase chariots on their way to the stadium.

Bimbo takes naps in the corner of the inner gate.

16.

Multiple Choice

10 sec

1 pt

Why did the stranger come to Pompeii?

To sell the people pottery.

To perform in the play.

To adopt Tito.

To warn the people about the volcano.

17.

Multiple Choice

10 sec

1 pt

What type of a character is Tito?

He's angry and disrespectful.

He's kind and intelligent.

He's a dramatic performer.

He's a great sailor.

18.

Multiple Choice

20 sec

1 pt

What happens at the forum?

People sell goods, socialize, and gather for political functions and entertainment.

People gather to eat meals.

People gain access to their boats in the marina.

Soldiers protect the city from invaders.

19.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

The following event occurred in what part of the plot?
The volcano erupts.

falling action

rising action

climax

resolution

20.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

The following event occurred in what part of the plot?
1800 years later, scientists found a dog in the remains of the city of Pompeii.

rising action

climax

resolution

conflict

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