Modern Pompeii
Today in modern Pompeii we can still see Stone footpaths that where used to avoid stepping in..
sewage
What month do historians believe the Eruption of mount Vesuvius occurred?
August
What is the name of the flow that covered Pompeii?
Pyroclastic Flow
What are the names of the people who fought for entertainment?
Gladiators (Samnit)
What natural event occurred as a precursor the the eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
earthquakes
How much of ancient Pompeii is still currently covered?
1/3
Roman citizens where not allowed to be…..
(hint Jesus)
Crucified
What is the name for an oval or round building with tiered seating used for gladiatorial combats and public spectacles?
An amphitheater
What is the name of the man who is famous for his letters about the eruption of mount Vesuvius?
Pliny the younger
How long did the eruption of mount Vesuvius last for?
About two days
Is mount Vesuvius still active today?
Yes
Approximately how many people lived in ancient Pompeii?
20,000
What is the name of Greek occupied land outside of Greece?
Manga Graecia
What is the name of the business women who owned an entire city block?
Gullia Felix
How were the positions and expressions of victims preserved by archeologist?
Plaster casts
How many poeple live in Pompeii today?
Approximately 23,000 to 25,000 people
Name at least two people groups that occupied Pompeii.
Greeks, Romans, Etruscans, Oscans and Samnites
What is the name for a volcanic rock that consists of extremely vesicular rough-textured volcanic glass, which may or may not contain crystals?
Pumice
What is the name of the man who is quoted stating "Fortune favours the bold; steer to where Pomponianus is."
Pliny the elder
How many people died during the eruption of Pompeii in 79 AD?
How much money does Pompeii make off of tourism each year?
about 36.8 million NZD
Name a material that was often plundered (stollen) from Pompeii after the eruption of mount Vesuvius.
Marble, Bronze, Roofing tiles
What is the word for a ancient Italian painting or mural?
Fresco
what is the name of the wealthy freedmen (former slaves) who became prominent merchants and built a famous house?
The Vettii brothers
About how many times has mount Vesuvius erupted since 79 AD?
about 50 times