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Rome is the capital of Italy. This sprawling modern city has many ancient monuments. Rome’s history goes back more than 2,500 years. Because of its age, Rome is often called the Eternal City. Rome’s many art treasures and historic buildings make the city an important center of European culture.

In ancient times, Rome was the center of a mighty Roman empire. The empire lasted nearly 500 years, into the ad 400s. Roman armies conquered the lands that are now Italy, Greece, Great Britain, France, and Egypt. The Romans built many roads from Rome to distant parts of their empire. This network of roads led to a saying that “All roads lead to Rome.” The Roman Empire’s influence is still present. The Romans spread their language, Latin, throughout Europe. Latin is the basis for Italian, French, Spanish, and other European languages.

The ancient Romans were great builders. Several of their buildings still stand today. They are among Rome’s famous landmarks.The Pantheon is a temple dedicated to the many Roman gods of mythology. The Roman Colosseum is a four-story amphitheater. An amphitheater is like a football stadium. The Colosseum is where Roman citizens once watched gladiators fight to the death. The Roman Forum was the political center of ancient Rome. The senate building and law courts were there, along with shops and religious buildings.

Many artists painted in Rome. The most famous of them is Michelangelo. He lived 500 years ago. Thousands of people visit Rome each year to see his art. Visitors to the Vatican stare in wonder at the beautiful murals that Michelangelo painted on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. The murals show scenes from the first book of the Bible, the Book of Genesis.

Vatican City is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. The pope lives at the Vatican. He is the head of the Catholic Church. There are more than a billion Catholics worldwide, making Roman Catholicism the largest Christian religion. Vatican City is an independent country within Rome. It is the smallest country in the world.
Question:The word “murals” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.

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We were all in a good mood because the weather was good and we were going on holiday the next day.

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There has been little rain in this area for too long, ______?

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My neighbors are really tight with money. They hate throwing away food, don’t eat at restaurant, and always try to find the best price.

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Historically, it was the 3^rd Asian Games in Japan that tennis, volleyball, table tennis and hockey were added.

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The villagers are not sure how they are going to get ______ another hard and cold winter.

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“How long have you been in this job?” She asked him.

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She really treasures the ______ car that she inherits from her grandfather.

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Despite a lot of concerns, sending people into space seems certain; we ______ see lunar cities and maybe even new human cultures on other planets.

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The movie tried something new, combining ruthless violence and quick-witted humor and philosophy reflection.

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When I was small, my parents were often away; my grandmother ______ take care of me.

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For those ______ in adventure and sport, there is a lot to do on Vanuatu’s islands in the South Pacifi

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This investigation is not only one that is continuing and worldwide ______ we expect to continue for quite some time.

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My head teacher has grave doubts as to whether I would pass my university entrance examination. I myself feel so worried.

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The restaurant entices more and more customers with its cozy interior and special daily events.

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______ humans, dolphins use a system of sounds and body language to communicate, but understanding their conversations is not easy for humans.