Reading Future 2 Unit 14 Quiz

What is the main idea of the passage?

• Greek is the most spoken language today.

• Greek language and myths have influenced other languages.

• The Silk Road was the most important trade route.

• Hercules was the first Greek hero.

What does the word "influence" mean in the text?

• To stop something

• To have an effect on something

• To travel a long way

• To sell something

Why was Greek an important language in the past?

• It was used for trade and communication.

• It was the only language spoken in Europe.

• It was the easiest language to learn.

• It was created by Hercules.

What was the Silk Road?

• A famous book from Greece

• A language used in Europe

• A trade route connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe

• A Greek myth about Hercules

What does the word "essential" mean in the text?

• Fun

• Very important

• Hard to find

• Not useful

Why did Greek myths spread to other countries?

• Because of trade and the use of the Greek language

• Because they were written in many books

• Because Hercules traveled to many places

• Because Greek was the first language in the world

What is an example of a Greek myth mentioned in the text?

• The Odyssey

• The Silk Road

• The English language

• The Roman Empire

What does "Herculean task" mean?

• An easy job

• A difficult challenge

• A long journey

• A strong person

What effect did traders using ships instead of the Silk Road have on the Greek language?

• It became more popular.

• It became less important.

• It changed to a new language.

• It disappeared completely.

What does the word "common" mean in the text?

• Seen often or shared by many people

• Something new and exciting

• Something that is rare

• A type of Greek god