Hardcover: 432 pages
Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers (March 1, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0544602005
ISBN-13: 978-0544602007
Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 1.6 x 8.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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Where Should You Time-Travel To? Youâve found the legendary Nonius Stone! Take this quiz to help decide where the Dim should take you.
1. Okay, letâs start with the basics. Whatâs your favorite part of history class? a. Looking at pictures of ancient artifacts b. Learning about the powerful leaders who shaped history c. Reading about culture and art d. Studying ancient philosophers 2. Traveling thousands of years into the past can make you pretty hungry. Whatâs your ideal snack? a. Fresh figs b. Cereal and legumes c. Vegetable soup d. Dried fruit and nuts 3. Remember, you need to blend in! Whatâs your favorite ancient accessory? a. Lots of fun jewelry and makeup b. A colorful cloak c. A large hat to shield you from the sun d. Some pretty pins to add flair to your outfit (and hold up your tunic)
4. You might have some downtime while you travel. What would you do to pass the time? a. Play board games like checkers b. Relax in the public bath c. Write sonnets to impress your lover d. Watch some sporting events 5. Hopefully, youâll get the chance to admire some art. What would you most like to see? a. Elaborate architecture b. Realistic sculptures c. Detailed oil paintings d. Epic poems and plays
Results Mostly aâs: Ancient Egypt. Youâve been just dying to see the pyramidsâas theyâre being built! Come walk along the Nile and read some hieroglyphics while youâre at it. Mostly bâs: The Roman Empire. You love to hang out with large groups of people, so why not spend some time in one of the largest empires in history? Just make sure you come back to the present before it falls. Mostly câs: The Italian Renaissance. Youâre an artist at heart, so travel back to the Renaissance to absorb the rich culture. Who knows? Maybe youâll be inspired to create your own masterpiece.
Mostly dâs: Ancient Greece. You love a good Greek tragedy, so itâs about time you actually saw one performed in the time itâs written! And maybe stop by the Olympics, too, while youâre at it.
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