The Dog of Pompeii

Which of the following items was a favorite food of Tito?

• raisin cake

• goat's milk

• meat scraps

• round rolls

How did Tito know what was being served at Glaucus Pansa's house?

• He could smell the food cooking.

• Bimbo would steal food scraps from Glaucus Pansa for him.

• The old egg woman would tell him.

• Tito overheard the cooks talking about the meal.

Which description would best describe Pompeii before the eruption?

• a busy city filled with rich people who like to celebrate with festivals and parties

• a poor city filled with many starving and homeless people

• a city covered in stones and ash

• a city where prisoners were sent

Despite his blindness, Tito can tell what is going to happen in Pompeii through his...

• senses of smell and hearing

• his friendships with the locals

• his desire to be like other boys

• a public announcement made in the forum

Based on the ending, we can infer that ...

• Tito survives, but Bimbo doesn't.

• Both Tito and Bimbo die

• Tito dies, but Bimbo survives

• Both Tito and Bimbo survive

What is the meaning of the word stodgy as it is used in the sentence? A heavy supper made boys too restless and dogs too stodgy.

• slow, heavy in movement

• excited

• hyperactive

• eager to succeed

What is the meaning of the word barometer as it is used in the sentence? "I've heard about your mountain barometer."

• an instrument used to forecast the weather and detect atmospheric pressure

• an instrument used to measure ingredients in a cake

• an instrument used to mix cement

• an instrument used to repair boats

What is the meaning of the word coaxed as it is used in the sentence? Bimbo coaxed Tito in the direction of the sea where they would be safe.

• gently urged, or tried to persuade

• to discourage

• to prevent

• to stop

Which sentence suggests that Bimbo is extremely loyal to Tito?

• Bimbo had never left his side.

• Bimbo would bring Tito raisin cakes.

• Bimbo would use Tito's back as a pillow.

• Bimbo would bark at strangers.

Why does the morning fog sting Tito's throat?

• The fog is actually smoke from the volcano.

• He is allergic to fog.

• His throat is tender after eating hot volcanic ash.

• Smoke from the city's cooking fires has emerged with the fog.