1.It was decided to build a ship around the column because at that time ships were too small for the heavy column, and it was difficult to transport it.
2. The tow rope was cut, because there was a bad storm, waves crashed high over the Cleopatra’s deck and it was going to sink.
3.Yes, the Cleopatra was saved. It was found at the sea, after floating on her own for three months.
4. In 1878 it was placed by the river Thames in London.
5.A collection of objects was buried under the column, which had been chosen to show people in the future what life was in London in 1878.