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The Roman City Dura-Europos
Contributed by: Malik
  • 1. In which modern country is Dura-Europos located?
A) Jordan.
B) Iraq.
C) Syria.
D) Turkey.
  • 2. Which river is near Dura-Europos?
A) Euphrates River.
B) Tigris River.
C) Nile River.
D) Indus River.
  • 3. What significant artifact was discovered in Dura-Europos?
A) The Parthenon.
B) The Colosseum.
C) The Dura-Europos Synagogue.
D) The Great Pyramid.
  • 4. Dura-Europos was abandoned in which century?
A) 3rd century.
B) 1st century.
C) 5th century.
D) 2nd century.
  • 5. What civilization was Dura-Europos a frontier city for?
A) Ottoman Empire.
B) Persian Empire.
C) Roman Empire.
D) Macedonian Empire.
  • 6. Archaeological excavations at Dura-Europos began in what year?
A) 1900.
B) 1960.
C) 1945.
D) 1920.
  • 7. What is the primary significance of the Dura-Europos site to researchers?
A) Analysis of contemporary politics.
B) Insight into multicultural ancient life.
C) Study of medieval warfare.
D) Understanding modern urban planning.
  • 8. Which culture had a significant presence in Dura-Europos?
A) Roman.
B) Mongolian.
C) Byzantine.
D) Aztec.
  • 9. What type of defensive structure was prominent in Dura-Europos?
A) Castles.
B) Mausoleums.
C) Watchtowers.
D) City walls.
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