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- 1. Multiple Choice
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
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
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
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 ChoiceWhen Mr. Barrie accidentally bumped into the shelf, he caused several books to ________________ and fall to the floor.corruptdislodgeponderagonize
- 6. Multiple ChoiceIt took me a long time to __________________ that puzzle before I finally found a solution.emergeagonizepondercorrupt
- 7. Multiple Choice
What is the setting of "The Dog of Pompeii"?
Pompeii, Ancient Rome
Ancient Egypt
Ancient America
- 8. Multiple Choice
Who are the protagonists in "The Dog of Pompeii"?
Man vs Nature
Mt. Vesuvius
Tito and Bimbo
- 9. Multiple Choice
What was the MAIN type of conflict in "The Dog of Pompeii"?
Man vs Man
Man vs Self
Man vs Nature
- 10. Multiple Choice
From what point of view (narration) is this story told from?
1st
2nd
3rd
- 11. Multiple Choice
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
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 ChoiceThe author most likely includes the details of real earthquakes in this piece of historical fiction toshow you how smart Bimbo isencourage you to live near a volcanoteach you about Tito and Bimbo's friendshiopmake story events seem as though they happened
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhy 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 ChoiceWhy 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 ChoiceWhy 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 ChoiceWhat 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 ChoiceWhat 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 ChoiceThe following event occurred in what part of the plot?
The volcano erupts.falling actionrising actionclimaxresolution - 20. Multiple ChoiceThe 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 actionclimaxresolutionconflict - Answer choicesTagsAnswer choicesTags