Ingles - C1.2 - The ancient island city of Nan Madol
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What is Nan Madol?

  • A legendary city in the sea (correct)
  • A modern-day city in the middle of the Pacific Ocean
  • A fictional city in a popular video game
  • A city built on top of a volcano

    • How old is Nan Madol?

  • 500 years old
  • 800 years old (correct)
  • 1000 years old
  • 1200 years old

    • How was Nan Madol built?

  • By using cranes and heavy machinery
  • By using magic (correct)
  • By using slaves
  • By using modern construction methods

    • Who ruled Nan Madol?

    <p>One person, almost like a dictator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many man-made structures are there in Nan Madol?

    <p>Over 90</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology is the team using to map the area?

    <p>Drones and LIDAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How big is Nan Madol compared to Vatican City?

    <p>Twice the size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is there little known about the people who built Nan Madol?

    <p>There is no written system to express ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the team exploring Nan Madol?

    <p>To uncover the secrets of how the city was built</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expedition to Nan Madol for the team?

    <p>A challenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The team is exploring Nan Madol, a legendary city in the sea.
    • The city was built 800 years ago from basalt rock and was a temple to the island's ancient rulers.
    • Nan Madol was ruled by one person, almost like a dictator, who commanded all the people on the island to assist in building it.
    • There are over 90 man-made structures in the area.
    • The team is using drones and LIDAR to map the area and reveal more of the city.
    • The city is twice the size of Vatican City and was covered in mangroves.
    • There is little known about the people who built Nan Madol because there is no written system to express ideas.
    • Legends suggest that magic was used to lift and transport the rocks used in construction.
    • The team is trying to uncover how the city was built.
    • The expedition is a challenge for the team.

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