Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France. It was constructed between 1887 and 1889 to be the entrance way to the 1889 World’s Fair and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. The Tower was opened to visitors on May 6,1889.

          Gustave Eiffel’s design was chosen from among 107 that were submitted to the World’s Fair design competition. However, many Parisians, especially artists, did not like his design and protested the tower’s construction. They thought it would be an eyesore, but once it was built, most Parisians soon loved the tower.

1. The Eiffel Tower is located in ___________.

A. London            B. New York                           C. Paris                 D. Tokyo

2. When was The Eiffel Tower constructed?        

A. in the 18th century                                                     B. in the 19th century

C. Between 1889 and 1887                                            D. In 1900s

3. Did Parisians like Gustave Eiffel’s design when it was chosen?

A. No, they didn’t B. No, they did               C. Yes, they did    D. Yes, it was.

4. The word “They” inline 6 is closet in meaning to___________.

A. Towers             B. Visitors                      C. Designers         D. Parismn 

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The Eiffel Tower
      The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France. It was constructed between 1887 and 1889 to be the entranceway to the 1889 World’s Fair and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. The Tower was opened to visitors on May 6,1889.
      Gustave Eiffel’s design was chosen from among 107 that were submitted to the World’s Fair design competition. However, many Parisians, especially artists, did not like his design and protested the tower’s construction. They thought it would be an eyesore, but once it was built, most Parisians soon loved the tower.
      The tower is made of iron and weights over 10,000 tons. It is 324 meters tall, including antenna at its top, and has a staircase with 1,665 steps. There are also elevators to take visitors to the top platform where there is a panoramic view of Paris. The original elevators, now computerized, are still in use. Over 60 tons of paint are applied to the tower every seven years to keep it from rusting.
      The Eiffel Tower has become a symbol of Paris. It is the most recognized monument in Europe, and many people think it is an architectural masterpiece. Over 250 million people have visited it since May of 1889.

The Eiffel Tower was opened to the public on May 6, 1889.

A. True (T)

B. False (F)

Some artists at the time thought the tower was an eyesore.

A. True (T)

B. False (F)

 The original elevators in the tower have all been replaced.

A. True (T)

B. False (F)

The tower is repainted every seven years.

A. True (T)

B. False (F)

 The Eiffel Tower is the most recognized structure on the planet.

A. True (T)

B. False (F)

IV. Read and choose the correct answers.

        The Eiffel Tower is a very famous tower in Paris, France. It was named after the engineer who designed and built it, Alexander Eiffel. The tower was built in 1889.

           Alexander Eiffel was asked to build the tower when France decided to have a big fair to exhibit its goods and wares. The tower was to be located in the middle of the fair as a special attraction. So, Eiffel designed the tower and soon began to build it, using iron beams and bolts. When the structure first started to take shape, the people of France did not like it. They thought it looked like a giant skeleton and was not attractive at all. However, when the tower was finally completed and lighted up at night, the people quickly changed their minds. It was an enchanting sight and looked like a tower made of lace.

        The Eiffel Tower is sometimes considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world. It is 300 meters high and people can take an elevator all the way to the top. From the tower, they can get a marvelous view of the city and the River Seine which runs through it. Besides the elevator, there are steps which lead all the way up the tower. For those who are energetic, they can use these to climb up. It is very windy at the top of the tower and can be very cold at times because it is only built by iron beams. There are no walls to keep the wind out.

1. The Eiffel Tower got its name ___________.

A. from its location                                                            B. from its designer

C. from the fair                                                                   D. from Paris

2. The tower is ___________now.

A. more than 100 years old                                                B. less than 100 years old

C. 100 years old exactly                                                     D. hundreds of years old

3. Why didn’t the people like the tower at first?

A. They thought it wasn’t safe.                                          B. They didn’t like iron beams.

C. They were haunted by it.                                               D. They thought it was very ugly.

4. Why did they change their minds in the end?

A. It turned out to be very safe.                                          B. They liked lace.

C. It turned out to be beautiful.                                          D. The design was changed.

5. What can we see from the tower?

A. Paris                                                                               B. A tower of lace

C. Iron beams                                                                      D. A giant skeleton

Exercise 10: Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.   

The Eiffel Tower

      The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France. It was constructed between 1887 and 1889 to be the entranceway to the 1889 World’s Fair and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. The Tower was opened to visitors on May 6,1889.

      Gustave Eiffel’s design was chosen from among 107 that were submitted to the World’s Fair design competition. However, many Parisians, especially artists, did not like his design and protested the tower’s construction. They thought it would be an eyesore, but once it was built, most Parisians soon loved the tower.

      The tower is made of iron and weights over 10,000 tons. It is 324 meters tall, including antenna at its top, and has a staircase with 1,665 steps. There are also elevators to take visitors to the top platform where there is a panoramic view of Paris. The original elevators, now computerized, are still in use. Over 60 tons of paint are applied to the tower every seven years to keep it from rusting.

      The Eiffel Tower has become a symbol of Paris. It is the most recognized monument in Europe, and many people think it is an architectural masterpiece. Over 250 million people have visited it since May of 1889.

A.  Decide if the statements are true (T) of false (F).

1.   The Eiffel Tower was originally built to be a watchtower.

2.   The Eiffel Tower was opened to the public on May 6,1889.

3.   Some artists at the time thought the tower was ugly.

4.   The original elevators in the tower have all been replaced.

5.   The tower is repainted every seven years.

6.   The Eiffel Tower is the most recognized structure on the planet.

B.  Answer the questions.

1.   Where is the Eiffel Tower?

      ________________________________________________________________________

2.   How long was the tower constructed?

      ________________________________________________________________________

3.   Who designed the Eiffel Tower?

      ________________________________________________________________________

4.   Why does the tower have to be painted frequently?

      ________________________________________________________________________

5.   How many people have visited the Eiffel Tower since its opening?

      ________________________________________________________________________

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II. Read a passage and decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F).(1pt)

      The Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster - officially named Saint Stephen's Tower - is commonly known as the Big Ben. It is one of London's most famous landmarks.

      The clock inside the tower was installed in the middle of the nineteenth century. It is the largest clock in the world. The name Big Ben actually refers to the largest of the clock's five bells. The clock faces have a diameter of almost 7.5m. The hour hand is 2.7m long and the minute hand measures 4.25m long.

      The clock, designed by Edmund Beckett Denison, has a remarkable accuracy. It is known for its reliability because it has rarely failed during its long life span. Even after the nearby House of Commons was destroyed by bombing during World War II, the clock kept on chiming.

1.   Saint Stephen's Tower is the largest tower in the world.

2.   Big Ben actually refers to the smallest of the clock's five bells.

3.   The Clock Tower (Big Ben) is one of the most famous places in London.

4.   The Clock is very accurate.

5.   The clock has often failed during its long life span.

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

My friend, Ali sent me a postcard this morning. It was yellow in color and had Eiffel Tower in the cover. In the postcard, she said she was in Paris on her vacation. It’s spring so the weather was fine. She was coming on a tour. She went there with her family. She was staying in a big hotel. The accommodation and tour guide were included in the ticket price. She was quite satisfied with the service of the hotel. The receptionist was hospitable and helpful. The porter was polite. And room service is nice. The following evening, she would go to a dance club to have fun. She promised to send me some more pictures soon

Question: Ali was going on a vacation in Paris.

A. True

B. False

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

My friend, Ali sent me a postcard this morning. It was yellow in color and had Eiffel Tower in the cover. In the postcard, she said she was in Paris on her vacation. It’s spring so the weather was fine. She was coming on a tour. She went there with her family. She was staying in a big hotel. The accommodation and tour guide were included in the ticket price. She was quite satisfied with the service of the hotel. The receptionist was hospitable and helpful. The porter was polite. And room service is nice. The following evening, she would go to a dance club to have fun. She promised to send me some more pictures soon

Question: The writer’s name is Ali.

A. True

B. False

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

My friend, Ali sent me a postcard this morning. It was yellow in color and had Eiffel Tower in the cover. In the postcard, she said she was in Paris on her vacation. It’s spring so the weather was fine. She was coming on a tour. She went there with her family. She was staying in a big hotel. The accommodation and tour guide were included in the ticket price. She was quite satisfied with the service of the hotel. The receptionist was hospitable and helpful. The porter was polite. And room service is nice. The following evening, she would go to a dance club to have fun. She promised to send me some more pictures soon

Question: The accommodation and tour guide were included in the ticket price.

A. True

B. False

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

My friend, Ali sent me a postcard this morning. It was yellow in color and had Eiffel Tower in the cover. In the postcard, she said she was in Paris on her vacation. It’s spring so the weather was fine. She was coming on a tour. She went there with her family. She was staying in a big hotel. The accommodation and tour guide were included in the ticket price. She was quite satisfied with the service of the hotel. The receptionist was hospitable and helpful. The porter was polite. And room service is nice. The following evening, she would go to a dance club to have fun. She promised to send me some more pictures soon

Question: She didn’t please with the hotel’s service.

A. True

B. False