Nowhere in Italy is there a crisis more beautifully framed than in Venice. Neither land nor water, the city lifts like a mirage from a lagoon at the head of the Adriatic Sea. For centuries it has threatened to vanish beneath the waves of the acqua alta, the relentlessly regular flooding caused by rising tides and sinking foundations. But that is the least of its problems. Just ask Massimo Cacciari, former mayor of Venice and professor of philosophy, fluent in German, Latin, ancient Greek; a man who raises the level of political intellect to just short of the stratosphere. Ask about the acqua alta and Venice sinking, and he says, "So go get boots." Boots are fine for water, but useless against the flood that causes more concern for Venetians than any lagoon spillover: the flood of tourism. In 2016, there were around 55,000 residents living in the historic city center. The number of visiting tourists that year was over 20 million. In May 2008, for example, on a holiday weekend, 80,000 tourists descended on the city. Public parking lots in Mestre, where people board a bus or train to the historic center, filled with floodwater and were closed. Those who managed to get to Venice surged through the streets like schools of bluefish, snapping up pizza and gelato, leaving paper and plastic bottles in their wake.

The phrase "the least of its problems" refers to: a. The flooding caused by rising tides and sinking foundations

The phrase "the least of its problems" refers to: b. The high number of tourists visiting Venice

The phrase "the least of its problems" refers to: c. The scarcity of residents in the historic city center

The phrase "the least of its problems" refers to: d. The lack of public parking lots in Mestre

The phrase "the least of its problems" refers to: e. The abundance of pizza and gelato in Venice

Nowhere in Italy is there a crisis more beautifully framed than in Venice. Neither land nor water, the city lifts like a mirage from a lagoon at the head of the Adriatic Sea. For centuries it has threatened to vanish beneath the waves of the acqua alta, the relentlessly regular flooding caused by rising tides and sinking foundations. But that is the least of its problems. Just ask Massimo Cacciari, former mayor of Venice and professor of philosophy, fluent in German, Latin, ancient Greek; a man who raises the level of political intellect to just short of the stratosphere. Ask about the acqua alta and Venice sinking, and he says, "So go get boots." Boots are fine for water, but useless against the flood that causes more concern for Venetians than any lagoon spillover: the flood of tourism. In 2016, there were around 55,000 residents living in the historic city center. The number of visiting tourists that year was over 20 million. In May 2008, for example, on a holiday weekend, 80,000 tourists descended on the city. Public parking lots in Mestre, where people board a bus or train to the historic center, filled with floodwater and were closed. Those who managed to get to Venice surged through the streets like schools of bluefish, snapping up pizza and gelato, leaving paper and plastic bottles in their wake.

The passage implies that Venice is facing a crisis due to: c. The increasing number of tourists visiting Venice

The passage implies that Venice is facing a crisis due to: a. The flooding from rising tides and sinking foundations

The passage implies that Venice is facing a crisis due to: b. The scarcity of residents in the historic city center

The passage implies that Venice is facing a crisis due to: d. The lack of public parking lots in Mestre

The passage implies that Venice is facing a crisis due to: e. The lack of pizza and gelato in Venice

Nowhere in Italy is there a crisis more beautifully framed than in Venice. Neither land nor water, the city lifts like a mirage from a lagoon at the head of the Adriatic Sea. For centuries it has threatened to vanish beneath the waves of the acqua alta, the relentlessly regular flooding caused by rising tides and sinking foundations. But that is the least of its problems. Just ask Massimo Cacciari, former mayor of Venice and professor of philosophy, fluent in German, Latin, ancient Greek; a man who raises the level of political intellect to just short of the stratosphere. Ask about the acqua alta and Venice sinking, and he says, "So go get boots." Boots are fine for water, but useless against the flood that causes more concern for Venetians than any lagoon spillover: the flood of tourism. In 2016, there were around 55,000 residents living in the historic city center. The number of visiting tourists that year was over 20 million. In May 2008, for example, on a holiday weekend, 80,000 tourists descended on the city. Public parking lots in Mestre, where people board a bus or train to the historic center, filled with floodwater and were closed. Those who managed to get to Venice surged through the streets like schools of bluefish, snapping up pizza and gelato, leaving paper and plastic bottles in their wake.

The main idea of the passage is: a. Venice is a city threatened by flooding and over tourism.

The main idea of the passage is: b. Massimo Cacciari is a former mayor of Venice who is fluent in multiple languages.

The main idea of the passage is: c. Venice has a population of 55,000 residents and receives over 20 million tourists annually.

The main idea of the passage is: d. In 2008, 80,000 tourists descended on Venice on a holiday weekend.

The main idea of the passage is: e. The Acqua Alta is a regular flooding event caused by rising tides and sinking foundations

Nowhere in Italy is there a crisis more beautifully framed than in Venice. Neither land nor water, the city lifts like a mirage from a lagoon at the head of the Adriatic Sea. For centuries it has threatened to vanish beneath the waves of the acqua alta, the relentlessly regular flooding caused by rising tides and sinking foundations. But that is the least of its problems. The sentence "Boots are fine for water, but useless against the flood that causes more concern for Venetians than any lagoon spillover: the flood of tourism" is used to:

e. Explain the reason for Venetians' concerns about tourism

a. Compare the flooding caused by rising tides to the flooding caused by overtourism

b. Contrast the impact of rising tides on Venice's infrastructure with the impact of tourism on its residents

c. Emphasize the severity of the flooding caused by rising tides

d. Illustrate the effectiveness of boots in protecting against flooding

Roland Fletcher, co-director of a research effort called the Greater Angkor Project, is not convinced. Some early scholars, he says, viewed Angkor according to the sieges3 and conquests of European history. "The ruler of Ayutthaya, indeed, says he took Angkor, and he may have taken some formal regalia4 back to Ayutthaya with him," says Fletcher. But after Angkor was captured, Ayutthaya's ruler placed his son on the throne. "He's not likely to have smashed the place up before giving it to his son." A religious shift may also have contributed to the city's decline. Angkor's kings claimed to be the world emperors of Hindu mythology and erected temples to themselves. But in the 13th and 14th centuries, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and its principles of social equality may have threatened Angkor's elite. What does Fletcher refer to when he says "the sieges and conquests of European history"?

a. The military campaigns that led to the downfall of Angkor

b. The political instability that plagued Angkor in its later years

c. The economic decline that contributed to Angkor's collapse

d. The religious tensions that divided Angkor's population

e. The social inequality that existed in Angkor

Roland Fletcher, co-director of a research effort called the Greater Angkor Project, is not convinced. Some early scholars, he says, viewed Angkor according to the sieges3 and conquests of European history. "The ruler of Ayutthaya, indeed, says he took Angkor, and he may have taken some formal regalia back to Ayutthaya with him," says Fletcher. But after Angkor was captured, Ayutthaya's ruler placed his son on the throne. "He's not likely to have smashed the place up before giving it to his son." How does Fletcher explain the fact that Ayutthaya's ruler placed his son on the throne of Angkor after capturing it?

a. He believed that Angkor was still a valuable asset to his kingdom.

b. He wanted to appease the Angkorian people and maintain peace.

c. He was following the example of previous conquerors in Southeast Asia.

d. He wanted to use Angkor as a base for further conquests.

e. He was trying to protect the city's religious treasures.

Roland Fletcher, co-director of a research effort called the Greater Angkor Project, is not convinced. Some early scholars, he says, viewed Angkor according to the sieges3 and conquests of European history. "The ruler of Ayutthaya, indeed, says he took Angkor, and he may have taken some formal regalia back to Ayutthaya with him," says Fletcher. But after Angkor was captured, Ayutthaya's ruler placed his son on the throne. "He's not likely to have smashed the place up before giving it to his son." A religious shift may also have contributed to the city's decline. Angkor's kings claimed to be the world emperors of Hindu mythology and erected temples to themselves. But in the 13th and 14th centuries, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and its principles of social equality may have threatened Angkor's elite. "It was very subversive, just like Christianity was subversive to the Roman Empire," says Fletcher. A new religion that promoted ideas of social equality might have led to a worker rebellion. The city operated on a moneyless economy, relying on tribute and taxation, and the kingdom's main currency was rice, the staple food of the laborers who built the temples and the thousands who ran them. For one temple complex, Ta Prohm, more than 66,000 farmers produced nearly 3,000 tons of rice a year, which was then used to feed the temple's priests, dancers, and workers. Scholars estimate that farm laborers comprised nearly half of Greater Angkor's population.

What is the main idea of the passage? a. The reasons for Angkor's decline are still debated by scholars.

What is the main idea of the passage? b. The religious shift from Hinduism to Buddhism contributed to Angkor's collapse.

What is the main idea of the passage? c. A worker rebellion may have been the final straw that led to Angkor's downfall.

What is the main idea of the passage? d. The city's moneyless economy and reliance on tribute made it vulnerable to collapse.

What is the main idea of the passage? e. The size and complexity of Angkor made it difficult to manage and maintain.

A religious shift may also have contributed to the city's decline. Angkor's kings claimed to be the world emperors of Hindu mythology and erected temples to themselves. But in the 13th and 14th centuries, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and its principles of social equality may have threatened Angkor's elite. "It was very subversive, just like Christianity was subversive to the Roman Empire," says Fletcher. A new religion that promoted ideas of social equality might have led to a worker rebellion. The city operated on a moneyless economy, relying on tribute and taxation, and the kingdom's main currency was rice, the staple food of the laborers who built the temples and the thousands who ran them. For one temple complex, Ta Prohm, more than 66,000 farmers produced nearly 3,000 tons of rice a year, which was then used to feed the temple's priests, dancers, and workers. Scholars estimate that farm laborers comprised nearly half of Greater Angkor's population. How does the sentence "A new religion that promoted ideas of social equality might have led to a worker rebellion" relate to the previous sentence?

b. It highlights the fact that Theravada Buddhism was a subversive religion.

a. It provides a possible explanation for why the Angkorian people might have rebelled against their rulers.

c. It contrasts the principles of Theravada Buddhism with the social inequality that existed in Angkor.

d. It introduces the idea that the city's economy may have been a contributing factor to its collapse.

e. It summarizes the main points of the passage.

Roland Fletcher, co-director of a research effort called the Greater Angkor Project, is not convinced. Some early scholars, he says, viewed Angkor according to the sieges3 and conquests of European history. "The ruler of Ayutthaya, indeed, says he took Angkor, and he may have taken some formal regalia back to Ayutthaya with him," says Fletcher. But after Angkor was captured, Ayutthaya's ruler placed his son on the throne. "He's not likely to have smashed the place up before giving it to his son." A religious shift may also have contributed to the city's decline. Angkor's kings claimed to be the world emperors of Hindu mythology and erected temples to themselves. But in the 13th and 14th centuries, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and its principles of social equality may have threatened Angkor's elite. "It was very subversive, just like Christianity was subversive to the Roman Empire," says Fletcher. Which of the following is the correct sequence of events described in the passage?

a. The Khmer kings claimed to be world emperors, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and the city operated on a moneyless economy.

b. The city operated on a moneyless economy, Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, and the Khmer kings claimed to be world emperors.

c. The Khmer kings claimed to be world emperors, the city operated on a moneyless economy, and Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism.

d. Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism, the Khmer kings claimed to be world emperors, and the city operated on a moneyless economy.

e. The city operated on a moneyless economy, the Khmer kings claimed to be world emperors, and Theravada Buddhism gradually took over from Hinduism.

"Beauty is difficult," says Cacciari, sounding as if he were addressing a graduate seminar. The black of Cacciari's dark hair and luxuriant beard complement his current mood. The preceding day, heavy rains had flooded Mestre again. Rain caused the flood, not acqua alta, Cacciari says. "High tide is not a problem for me. It's a problem for you foreigners." The problem, he stresses, lie elsewhere. The cost of maintaining Venice: "There is not enough money from the state to cover it all - the cleaning of canals, restoration of buildings, raising of foundations." The cost of living: "It's three times as costly to live here as in Mogliano, 20 kilometers away. It's affordable only for the rich or elderly who already own houses because they have been passed down. The young can't afford it." Finally, there is tourism, of which, Cacciari says: "Venice is not a sentimental place of honeymoon; it's a strong, contradictory, overpowering place. It is not a city for tourists; it cannot be reduced to a postcard." If you are a Venetian, the city is a different place altogether - the abnormal is normal, and a flood is routine. The alarm sounds, protective steel doors come down, and boots, essential to any Venetian wardrobe, are pulled on. The four kilometers of passerelle - an elevated boardwalk5 supported on metal legs - are set up. Life goes on.

What does Cacciari say is the problem with Venice? d. A, B, C are correct

What does Cacciari say is the problem with Venice? a. The cost of maintaining Venice

What does Cacciari say is the problem with Venice? b. The cost of living in Venice

What does Cacciari say is the problem with Venice? c. The amount of tourism in Venice

What does Cacciari say is the problem with Venice? e. A, B, C are incorrect

"Beauty is difficult," says Cacciari, sounding as if he were addressing a graduate seminar. The black of Cacciari's dark hair and luxuriant beard complement his current mood. The preceding day, heavy rains had flooded Mestre again. Rain caused the flood, not acqua alta, Cacciari says. "High tide is not a problem for me. It's a problem for you foreigners." The problem, he stresses, lie elsewhere. The cost of maintaining Venice: "There is not enough money from the state to cover it all - the cleaning of canals, restoration of buildings, raising of foundations." The cost of living: "It's three times as costly to live here as in Mogliano, 20 kilometers away. It's affordable only for the rich or elderly who already own houses because they have been passed down. The young can't afford it." Finally, there is tourism, of which, Cacciari says: "Venice is not a sentimental place of honeymoon; it's a strong, contradictory, overpowering place. It is not a city for tourists; it cannot be reduced to a postcard." If you are a Venetian, the city is a different place altogether - the abnormal is normal, and a flood is routine. The alarm sounds, protective steel doors come down, and boots, essential to any Venetian wardrobe, are pulled on. The four kilometers of passerelle - an elevated boardwalk5 supported on metal legs - are set up. Life goes on.

What does Cacciari mean when he says that Venice is not a city for tourists? a. Venice is not a place where tourists can experience the real Venice.

What does Cacciari mean when he says that Venice is not a city for tourists? b. Venice is too expensive for tourists.

What does Cacciari mean when he says that Venice is not a city for tourists? c. Venice is too crowded for tourists.

What does Cacciari mean when he says that Venice is not a city for tourists? d. A, B, C are correct

What does Cacciari mean when he says that Venice is not a city for tourists? e. A, B, C are incorrect

"Beauty is difficult," says Cacciari, sounding as if he were addressing a graduate seminar. The black of Cacciari's dark hair and luxuriant beard complement his current mood. The preceding day, heavy rains had flooded Mestre again. Rain caused the flood, not acqua alta, Cacciari says. "High tide is not a problem for me. It's a problem for you foreigners." The problem, he stresses, lie elsewhere. The cost of maintaining Venice: "There is not enough money from the state to cover it all - the cleaning of canals, restoration of buildings, raising of foundations." The cost of living: "It's three times as costly to live here as in Mogliano, 20 kilometers away. It's affordable only for the rich or elderly who already own houses because they have been passed down. The young can't afford it." Finally, there is tourism, of which, Cacciari says: "Venice is not a sentimental place of honeymoon; it's a strong, contradictory, overpowering place. It is not a city for tourists; it cannot be reduced to a postcard." If you are a Venetian, the city is a different place altogether - the abnormal is normal, and a flood is routine. The alarm sounds, protective steel doors come down, and boots, essential to any Venetian wardrobe, are pulled on. The four kilometers of passerelle - an elevated boardwalk5 supported on metal legs - are set up. Life goes on.

What is the main point of the passage? d. A, B, C are correct

What is the main point of the passage? a. Venice is a beautiful city, but it is also facing many challenges.

What is the main point of the passage? b. The cost of maintaining Venice is a major problem.

What is the main point of the passage? c. Tourism is putting a strain on Venice.

What is the main point of the passage? e. A, B, C are incorrect

The problem, he stresses, lie elsewhere. The cost of maintaining Venice: "There is not enough money from the state to cover it all - the cleaning of canals, restoration of buildings, raising of foundations." The cost of living: "It's three times as costly to live here as in Mogliano, 20 kilometers away. It's affordable only for the rich or elderly who already own houses because they have been passed down. The young can't afford it." Finally, there is tourism, of which, Cacciari says: "Venice is not a sentimental place of honeymoon; it's a strong, contradictory, overpowering place. It is not a city for tourists; it cannot be reduced to a postcard." How does the author transition paragraph from discussing the cost of maintaining Venice to discussing the cost of living in Venice?

a. The author uses the phrase "finally, there is" to signal a shift to a new topic.

b. The author uses the phrase "another problem" to introduce the new topic.

c. The author uses the phrase "in addition to" to connect the two topics.

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