Pompeii and Ancient Statues Quiz

What were the statues found at Pompeii depicting?

• A pair of animals

• A man and a woman

• Two children

• A group of soldiers

What type of clothing is the man in the statue wearing?

• A toga

• A suit

• A robe

• A tunic

What is the significance of the objects the woman holds in the statue?

• They are toys

• They symbolize her high rank

• They are tools for farming

• They are musical instruments

What natural event preserved the city of Pompeii?

• A flood

• An earthquake

• A volcanic eruption

• A hurricane

What was the population of Pompeii before the eruption?

• About 5,000

• About 10,000

• About 20,000

• About 50,000

What was the purpose of the lunula necklace worn by the woman?

• To show wealth

• To ward off evil

• To indicate marriage

• To display fashion

What did the experts find inside the ancient city of Pompeii?

• Gold coins

• Loaves of bread

• Ancient scrolls

• Pottery

What did the painted walls found at Pompeii depict?

• Animals

• Battles

• Daily life

• Mythical creatures

What was the role of the woman in the statue according to experts?

• A farmer

• A high-ranking priestess

• A merchant

• A teacher

What did the study find about ancient Greek and Roman statues?

• They were made of wood

• They were painted and scented

• They were made of metal

• They were very small