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Questions 8 – 12
Choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D.
Write your answers in boxes 8-12 on your answer sheet.
8 The history of the circus
A
is misunderstood by academics
B
has been misrepresented to the public
C
is often copied from the writings of circus enthusiasts
D
dates back to Roman times
9 The circular arena
A
allowed the riders to gallop fast
B
was originally 42 feet in diameter
C
was invented by Astley
D
kept the riders in view
10 The circus clown was
A
brought in as a novelty
B
adopted by the theatre
C
introduced before the equestrian displays
D
expected to be an expert rider
11
A group of farmers in the Somers areas
A
were responsible for the increased revenue of the circus.
B
invented the concept of showing exotic animals to the public
C
monopolised the travelling circus business in America
D
created an institute to teach circus performers
12 The modern circus
A
B
C
D
only works with domestic animals
works mainly on artistic expression
has diversified to cater for different tastes
has abandoned the traditional three rings