The History of Roller Coasters

What is the main idea of the passage 'The History of Roller Coasters'?

• Roller coasters were invented in the 17th century.

• Roller coasters have evolved from Russian ice slides to modern steel and wooden structures.

• Roller coasters are dangerous rides that people enjoy.

• Roller coasters are only made of steel.

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What does 'ingenuity' mean?

• Cleverness

• Strength

• Kindness

• Speed

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What is the structure of the passage?

• Cause and effect

• Chronological

• Compare and contrast

• Problem and solution

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What does the term 'precursor' mean?

• Something that comes before and indicates the approach of something else

• A type of roller coaster

• A person who rides roller coasters frequently

• The final part of a roller coaster ride

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What are amusement parks competing to build in relation to roller coasters?

• Longest coasters

• Slowest coasters

• Tallest, fastest, and most exhilarating coasters

• Most colorful coasters

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