Read this passage and me answer these 3 multiple questions. 4. why did a rider usually stop after 75 miles? a. he had to pick up more mail. b. he and his horse were tired c. the mail did not have to go any farther d. the weather was too bad for traveling. 5. pony express a. rode wild horses in the west b. rode horses on ranches. c. carried food supplies to sick people d. talk letters across the country on horses. 6. which word means the same as carrier in the story? a. saddle b. fighter c. postman d. indian

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if you’re a fan of chocolate, every occasion is right for this treat. feeling down? eat some chocolate. celebrating? eat some more. want to show your valentine how special you think your sweetheart is? offer up chocolate!   people have been enjoying chocolate as a food, drink and medicine for thousands of years. the ancient maya and aztecs called chocolate kakaw and used it as medicine. they also made chocolate offerings to their gods. chocolate comes from the cacao (kuh-kow) tree, and its scientific name reflects its history. theobroma cacao translates to “cacao, food of the gods.” these days, chocolate is not just for deities. the treat has become popular around the world.