Italy, Pompeii - Roman Necropolis of Nocera gate

The video explores the history of Pompeii, a Roman city destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It discusses the city's rediscovery, the preservation of artifacts, and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The video also covers the necropolis and burial practices, providing insights into Roman life and culture.

What natural disaster led to the destruction of Pompeii in 79 AD?

• Earthquake

• Flood

• Volcanic eruption

• Tsunami

Who provided the earliest evidence of Pompeii's destruction?

• Pliny the Elder

• Pliny the Younger

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

In what year was Pompeii rediscovered by Spanish engineer Rocque Joaquin de Alcubierre?

• 1599

• 1748

• 1848

• 1948

What technique did archaeologists use to understand the positions of bodies in Pompeii?

• Carbon dating

• Plaster casting

• X-ray imaging

• DNA analysis

Approximately how many visitors does Pompeii attract each year?

• 2.5 million

• 1 million

• 5 million

• 10 million

What is the name of the priestess whose tomb is found in the necropolis of Pompeii?

• Livia

• Julia

• Umachia

• Octavia

Who was sent by Emperor Vespasian to rectify unauthorized constructions in Pompeii?

• Pliny the Younger

• Nero

• Marcus Aurelius

• Titus Suetas Clemens