Great Bath: Water and Structure

The video provides a detailed tour of the Great Bath, highlighting its historical significance, construction techniques, and unique features. It explains the bath's stability over 2,000 years, the lead lining used, and the water inflow system. The video also discusses the algae growth due to modern lighting, contrasting it with the Roman period when a roof prevented such growth.

What was the primary purpose of the Great Bath during the Roman period?

• Water storage

• Religious ceremonies

• Communal bathing

• Private bathing

What natural feature is located next to the Great Bath?

• A mountain

• A geothermal spring

• A forest

• A river

How is the Great Bath lined to ensure its durability?

• With lead sheets

• With wooden planks

• With marble tiles

• With clay bricks

What evidence was found beneath the paving of the Great Bath?

• Ancient pottery

• Lead splashes and metal waste

• Roman inscriptions

• Gold coins

What was the purpose of the smaller lead sheets at the west end of the Great Bath?

• To repair leaks

• To complete the lining

• To decorate the bath

• To mark the entrance

What is the approximate temperature of the water when it enters the Great Bath?

• 50 degrees

• 46 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 40 degrees

What is the depth of the Great Bath?

• 2.5 meters

• 2 meters

• 1.5 meters

• 1 meter

What causes the green color of the water in the Great Bath today?

• Algae growth

• Dye added for effect

• Mineral deposits

• Chemical pollution

Why didn't algae grow in the Great Bath during the Roman period?

• The water was treated with chemicals

• The bath was drained regularly

• There was a roof covering the bath

• The water was too hot

How was lighting provided in the Great Bath during the Roman period?

• Using torches

• Through large chandeliers

• By natural sunlight

• With windows and lamps