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The tale of Romulus and Remus is steeped in ancient Roman mythology, a narrative that intertwines the origins of Rome with legends and divine intervention. According to the legend, they were born to Rhea Silvia, and Mars, the god of war. Abandoned in a basket on the Tiber River, they were rescued by a she-wolf who nurtured and cared for them until they were discovered by a shepherd named Faustulus.

As they grew, Romulus and Remus displayed exceptional strength and leadership qualities. When they learned of their true heritage, they sought to establish a city of their own. This ambition, however, led to a bitter dispute. Unable to agree on the location, they consulted the gods for a sign. Romulus saw a favorable omen in the form of a flight of eagles, while Remus, equally convinced of his own vision, believed he saw six vultures.

This disagreement culminated in a tragic outcome. In a fit of frustration, Remus leapt over the newly constructed walls of the city, thereby defying Romulus' authority. This act, viewed as an affront to the sacred boundaries, resulted in Remus' untimely death at the hands of his own brother.

Romulus thus became the sole founder of Rome, a city named after him. It marked the beginning of an empire that would shape the course of history for centuries to come. The story of Romulus and Remus, though shrouded in myth, symbolizes the spirit of ambition, sacrifice, and destiny that came to define the Roman civilization.

Which question is not answered in the passage?
1. Who was Faustulus?
2. Why were Remus and Romulus abandoned?
3. Why did the brothers aim to establish a city?
4. Which brother is Rome named after?
Which of the following is hte best synonym for the word "omen" as used in the second paragraph?
1. A superstition
2. A dispute
3. A sign
4. A question
Which of the following led to the bitter dispute between the brothers?
1. The omen from the gods
2. The location of their city
3. The flight of eagles
4. The murder of Remus
Who founded Rome?
1. Romulus
2. Remus
3. Both brothers
4. The passage doesn't reveal who founded Rome
Which of the following could be considered the effect of the founding of Rome?
1. It marked the birth of a city that would soon fall apart.
2. It marked the birth of a city shrouded in myth and ambition.
3. It marked the death of Remus and the birth of a new ruler.
4. It marked the birth of an empire that would have a major effect on world history.
Based on the information in the second and third paragraphs, which of the following is true?
1. Romulus seemed to be in charge of the city and had authority over his brother.
2. Remus had a vision of a flight of eagles.
3. Romulus was murdered by his brother.
4. The Roman Empire would be formed following the death of Remus.
Why would the word "betrayal" apply to this passage?
1. Because Romulus and Remus betrayed their mother by building a city.
2. Because Remus betrayed Romulus by having a vision of vultures.
3. Because Romulus betrayed Remus by murdering him.
4. Because Romulus betrayed his brother by creating sacred boundaries.