Reading Comp 4.8

What is one of the main purposes of the tunnels beneath a city?

• Transportation for subway systems

• Storage for historical artifacts

• Habitat for urban wildlife

• Source of drinking water

What role do city sewer systems play in urban areas?

• They provide drinking water to the city.

• They carry away waste and rainwater.

• They serve as secret pathways.

• They are used for transportation.

What can be found buried beneath the city that tells stories of the past?

• Historical artifacts

• Subway trains

• Urban wildlife

• Sewer systems

What is a common discovery made by construction workers digging into the ground?

• Historical artifacts

• New subway tunnels

• Underground rivers

• Urban wildlife habitats

What type of wildlife is commonly found in the underground world of a city?

• Rats and insects

• Birds and squirrels

• Fish and amphibians

• Deer and rabbits

What do the pipes in the underground world carry to buildings?

• Water, gas, and electricity

• Historical artifacts

• Subway trains

• Rainwater and waste

Why is the underground world essential for the city above?

• It supports transportation, utilities, and waste management.

• It provides a habitat for endangered species.

• It is a source of fresh air and sunlight.

• It serves as a tourist attraction.