What ancient Roman city was destroyed by a volcano in 79 CE?
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In 79 CE, a violent eruption by Mount Vesuvius buried Pompeii and its citizens under layers of molten rock. Although the city was effectively eliminated, the eruption also preserved its structures and even the people affected, which can be seen in tours of the ruins today.
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What ancient Roman city was destroyed by a volcano in 79 CE?
- Ostia
- Pompeii
- Alexandria
- Syracuse
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