The Roman City Dura-Europos

1. In which modern country is Dura-Europos located?

A) Jordan.
B) Syria.
C) Turkey.
D) Iraq.

2. Which river is near Dura-Europos?

A) Indus River.
B) Tigris River.
C) Euphrates River.
D) Nile River.

3. What significant artifact was discovered in Dura-Europos?

A) The Colosseum.
B) The Dura-Europos Synagogue.
C) The Parthenon.
D) The Great Pyramid.

4. Dura-Europos was abandoned in which century?

A) 5th century.
B) 2nd century.
C) 3rd century.
D) 1st century.

5. What civilization was Dura-Europos a frontier city for?

A) Macedonian Empire.
B) Persian Empire.
C) Ottoman Empire.
D) Roman Empire.

6. Archaeological excavations at Dura-Europos began in what year?

A) 1945.
B) 1900.
C) 1920.
D) 1960.

7. What is the primary significance of the Dura-Europos site to researchers?

A) Study of medieval warfare.
B) Insight into multicultural ancient life.
C) Analysis of contemporary politics.
D) Understanding modern urban planning.

8. Which culture had a significant presence in Dura-Europos?

A) Byzantine.
B) Aztec.
C) Roman.
D) Mongolian.

9. What type of defensive structure was prominent in Dura-Europos?

A) Castles.
B) Mausoleums.
C) Watchtowers.
D) City walls.

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