Italy, Pompeii - House of the Faun

The video explores the history of Pompeii, a city in Italy destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It covers the city's founding, Roman influence, and eventual rediscovery. The preservation of artifacts provides insights into Roman life. Pompeii is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination. The House of the Fawn, a significant archaeological site, is highlighted for its architecture and art.

What event led to the destruction of Pompeii in 79AD?

• A war

• A flood

• A volcanic eruption

• An earthquake

Who provided the earliest evidence of Pompeii's destruction?

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Pliny the Younger

• Pliny the Elder

What status does Pompeii hold today?

• A national park

• A UNESCO World Heritage Site

• A restricted area

• A private museum

What is the House of the Fawn named after?

• A Roman goddess

• A famous Roman general

• A bronze statue

• A type of Roman architecture

Which famous mosaic is found in the House of the Fawn?

• The Battle of Thermopylae

• The Battle of Marathon

• The Battle of Actium

• The Battle of Isos

What type of artistic technique was used in the Alexander mosaic?

• Oil painting

• Mosaic with tesserai

• Fresco

• Sculpture

What architectural feature is NOT part of the House of the Fawn?

• Doric peristyle

• Peristyle atrium

• Roman bath

• Tuscanatreum