The Last Day of Pompeii

The video describes the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, which buried the city of Pompeii under volcanic ash and rock. Initially, the people of Pompeii were unafraid of the dormant volcano. However, on August 24th, 79 AD, Vesuvius erupted, sending ash and pumice into the sky, blocking sunlight, and causing volcanic lightning. Pyroclastic surges followed, devastating the city and preserving it in time. Pompeii remained buried until its accidental rediscovery in 1594, providing a unique archaeological snapshot of Roman life.

What was the state of Mount Vesuvius before the eruption in 79 AD?

• It was an active volcano with frequent eruptions.

• It was a mountain with no volcanic activity.

• It was a newly formed volcano.

• It was dormant for centuries, causing no fear among the people.

What natural phenomenon occurred as a result of the eruption's ash and magma colliding in the air?

• A hurricane

• Volcanic lightning

• A tsunami

• An earthquake

How fast did the pyroclastic surges travel towards Pompeii?

• 700 kilometers per hour

• 500 kilometers per hour

• 300 kilometers per hour

• 100 kilometers per hour

What was the fate of the city and its people after the eruption?

• They rebuilt the city immediately.

• They were evacuated to safety.

• They were buried under volcanic rock and ash.

• They were washed away by a flood.

When was Pompeii rediscovered after being buried by the eruption?

• In 1594

• In 1492

• In 1694

• In 1794