5 Questions
The site where a major excavation has been initiated in Pompeii preserves a snapshot of Roman life and death, with remains such as this atrium showcasing a ______, white mosaic floor, and plumbing.
central fountain
One bedroom was the site of an intense fire, leaving only ______ remains.
charred
An unusual shrine adorned with snakes reveals offerings of food and roof tiles, suggesting a building in -___.
mid renovation
A large oven, unlike any found in Roman homes, is most likely a _________ bakery, producing bread for the people of Pompeii.
wholesale
The excavation has already uncovered new treasures and tells the stories of the Roman people, while a third of Pompeii still lies buried beneath ______ ______.
volcanic soil
Study Notes
- Archaeologists have initiated a major new excavation in the Roman city of Pompeii, destroyed 2,000 years ago by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
- The site preserves a snapshot of Roman life and death, with remains such as this atrium showcasing a central fountain, white mosaic floor, and plumbing.
- One bedroom was the site of an intense fire, leaving only charred remains.
- An unusual shrine adorned with snakes reveals offerings of food and roof tiles, suggesting a building in mid-renovation.
- A large oven, unlike any found in Roman homes, is most likely a wholesale bakery, producing bread for the people of Pompeii.
- Three skeletons were discovered buried under rubble, revealing the horror experienced by individuals during the eruption.
- The excavation has already uncovered new treasures and tells the stories of the Roman people, while a third of Pompeii still lies buried beneath volcanic soil.
Explore the ongoing excavation in Pompeii, revealing insights into Roman life and tragedy. Discover the remains of Roman homes, shrines, and skeletons to understand the impact of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius 2,000 years ago.
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