Can You Identify The Places In Pompeii?

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Can you identify the places in Pompeii? Pompeii is a historical city that is said to have been destroyed after a volcanic explosion. Are you a major fan of history and think you can name some of the places in this city and some evidence of the lives of the... see morepeople? Well take up this interesting quiz and get to find out! see less

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3. Evidence of different industries is shown in this example of

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This answer is correct because it mentions a specific industry, the bakery industry, and describes a specific activity within that industry, which is the refining of grain in lava stone mills. The other options mention different industries or activities that are not related to the refining of grain in a bakery.

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4. Public spaces in a Pompeiian house were designed to impress the visitor and were rooms or areas like

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The public spaces in a Pompeiian house were carefully designed to make a lasting impression on visitors. The atrium was the central and most important space, serving as the entrance hall and receiving area. It was often adorned with beautiful decorations and a pool in the center. The tablinium was a formal reception room located off the atrium, where important guests were received. It typically featured elaborate frescoes and served as a display area for the family's wealth and status. The triclinium was a dining room where guests were entertained and feasts were held. It was usually decorated with mosaics and had couches for reclining during meals.

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8. The economy in Pompeii was based on small scale manufacturing, agriculture and relied on slaves. This place shows 

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The correct answer is "a fullonica where cloth was manufactured and treated." This is because the economy in Pompeii was based on small scale manufacturing, and one of the industries present was the production and treatment of cloth in a fullonica.

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10. This shows an important aspect of religion.

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The Cult of Isis is the correct answer because it is known for its importance in religion. The Cult of Isis was a popular religious movement in ancient Egypt and later spread throughout the Roman Empire. It focused on the worship of the goddess Isis, who was believed to be the protector of the dead and the giver of life. The cult involved elaborate rituals and ceremonies, and it played a significant role in the religious and cultural practices of the time. Therefore, the inclusion of the Cult of Isis in the list suggests that it is highlighting an important aspect of religion.

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11. The                              was to impress visitors who visited the house.

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The atrium was designed to impress visitors who visited the house.

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12. Dinner parties were part of the ritual that bound a patron to his clients and provided an opportunity to display wealth and status. This shows the area in the house called

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The correct answer is triclinium. Dinner parties were an important social event in ancient Roman society. The triclinium was a dining room in a Roman house where guests would recline on couches while dining. It was a symbol of wealth and status as it showcased the patron's ability to host lavish feasts and entertain guests. The triclinium played a crucial role in strengthening the patron-client relationship and was a key element in the social rituals of the time.

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14. The bathhouse was an important place for cleaning oneself and social activities. There were a variety of rooms with different functions. This shows the

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The given information describes the different rooms in a bathhouse and their functions. It states that the frigidarium was a cold bath used to close the pores of the skin. This suggests that the purpose of the frigidarium was to provide a refreshing and invigorating experience after the hot rooms, and to help seal the pores of the skin.

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16. Villa built purely for leisure were called

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The correct answer is "Villa otium." This term refers to a villa built solely for leisure purposes. "Villa rusticae" would refer to a villa built for agricultural or farming activities. Therefore, "Villa otium" is the appropriate term for a leisure villa.

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17. About      public eating and drinking places have been identified in Pompeii.

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The correct answer is 200. This suggests that there were 200 public eating and drinking places identified in Pompeii. This indicates that there was a vibrant food and beverage culture in the city, with a significant number of establishments catering to the public. This information provides insight into the social and culinary aspects of life in Pompeii.

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19. This is a model of a structure is in the Forum.

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This model of a structure in the Forum is most likely a representation of a macellum, which was a market for fish and meats. The other options, such as basilica, law courts, comitium, voting office, or temple of Jupiter, are not typically associated with the sale of food products. Therefore, the macellum or market for fish and meats is the most fitting explanation for the given model.

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Evidence of different industries is shown in this example of
Public spaces in a Pompeiian house were designed to impress the...
The economy in Pompeii was based on small scale manufacturing,...
This shows an important aspect of religion.
The                  ...
Dinner parties were part of the ritual that bound a patron to his...
The bathhouse was an important place for cleaning oneself and social...
Villa built purely for leisure were called
About      public eating and drinking places...
This is a model of a structure is in the Forum.
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