TOEFL READING COMPREHENSION IX. The history of chocolate.

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Chocolate is a food made from the seeds of the cacao tree. The seeds are roasted and ground into a paste, which is then used to make chocolate drinks, candy, and other products.


Chocolate has been consumed by humans for centuries. The earliest evidence of chocolate use dates back to 450 BC in Mesoamerica. The Mayans and Aztecs used chocolate as a beverage and as a currency.


Chocolate was introduced to Europe in the 16th century by the Spanish. It quickly became popular, and chocolate houses began to spring up in major cities.


In the 19th century, chocolate production became more industrialized, and chocolate became more affordable. This led to a boom in chocolate consumption, and chocolate became a popular treat all over the world.


Today, chocolate is one of the most popular foods in the world. It is enjoyed by people of all ages, and there are countless varieties of chocolate available.


Questions:


  1. What is the main topic of the passage?

  • Answer: The main topic of the passage is the history of chocolate.


  1. Where did chocolate originate?

  • Answer: Chocolate originated in Mesoamerica.


  1. Who introduced chocolate to Europe?

  • Answer: The Spanish introduced chocolate to Europe.


  1. What was the first use of chocolate?

  • Answer: The first use of chocolate was as a beverage.

  1. When did chocolate become more affordable?

  • Answer: Chocolate became more affordable in the 19th century.


1. The main topic of the passage is the history of chocolate. 2. Chocolate originated in Mesoamerica. 3. The Spanish introduced chocolate to Europe. 4. The first use of chocolate was as a beverage. 5. Chocolate became more affordable in the 19th century.

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