V-5 2 The Great Wall of China The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It was built more than 2,000 years to protect the country from invaders. The wall stretches over 21,000 kilometers and passes through mountains, cities and forests. In the past, soldiers stood on the wall to guard China's borders. Today, millions of tourists visit the Great Wall every year. Some parts of the wall have been restored, but others are damaged by time and weather. A. Why was the Great Wall built? 1 To protect China. 2 To help farmers. 3 To separate cities. B. How long is the Great Wall? 1) 2,000 kilometers. 2 Over 21,000 kilometers. 3) Less than 1,000 kilometers. C. Where does the wall pass through? 1 Only deserts. 2 Only mountains. 3 Mountains, deserts, and forests. D. Who guarded the wall in the past? 1 Farmers. 2 Tourists. 3 Soldiers. E. What has happened to some parts of the wall? 1 They have been restored. 2 They disappeared completely. 3 They were turned into houses.