The Roman town of Pompeii was buried under volcanic ash in 79 CE. Which volcano erupted and buried it?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Mount Vesuvius
In 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius, near the Bay of Naples, erupted and buried Pompeii under ash. Its houses, streets and paintings were preserved, and their excavation tells us much about life in the Roman empire.