Unit Review RI 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

What year did construction first start on the Dome?

• Construction first started in 2016.

• Construction first started in 1815.

• Construction first started in 1793.

• Construction first started in 2000.

Why was the construction of the Dome stopped in 1861?

• Abraham Lincoln stopped construction because the Dome was falling.

• Abraham Lincoln stopped construction because it was used as a hospital during the Civil War.

• Abraham Lincoln stopped construction because money ran out.

• Abraham Lincoln stopped construction because he wanted to build the Dome himself.

Why did Alan M. Hantman take a piece of the Dome to Congress?

• To show that the dome is in danger and needed to be repaired.

• To show that the dome needs painting.

• To show that the dome must be torn down.

• To show that the dome is safe.

Why was Alan H. Hantman concerned?

• Hantman wanted to see the Dome.

• The Dome was falling apart.

• He was worried the Dome would not be finished on time.

• The British set fire to the Dome.

What was built around the capital for safety?

• A special structure made of steel and metal.

• A special structure made of wood and rubber.

• A special structure made of copper.

• A special structure made paper.

Part A- What is the main idea of the subtitle "How It Began"?

• George Washington became president in 1789.

• George Washington collected money to build the Capital.

• George Washington appointed numerous men to build the Capital, but many problems caused a delay.

• George Washington refused to continue the construction of the Capitol Building.

Part B- Select two details that support your answer to part A.

• The construction of the United States Capital of Washington D.C. began September 17, 1793, to have a place for Congress to live.

• men appointed by George Washington to be able to draw a precise plan of the city and buildings.

• There were many problems throughout the construction of the city of Washington.

• For example, money was running out, and workers couldn't receive a salary.

What is the main idea of the entire passage?

• Washington and Lincoln got together to continue the construction of the Dome.

• People complained about safety.

• The Dome was completed after many years and it suffers from damages.

• Thousands of people visit the City of Washington.

What caused the Capital Dome to be on fire?

• It was hit by lightning.

• The stove was left on.

• Abraham Lincoln believed that the construction of the capital must stop.

• The British set the Dome on fire.

What event happened in 1861?

• The construction of the Dome was stopped once more because it was used as a hospital during the Civil War.

• There were many problems throughout the construction of the City of Washington.

• Alan M. Hantman took a piece of the Capital's Dome and showed Congress.

• The severe damages to the building are causing water to leak inside the Dome.