Morning Starters: Autumn 2 - Volcanoes
Did You Know?
The Roman city of Pompeii is famous because it was destroyed in 79 AD when a nearby volcano, Mount Vesuvius, erupted. The city was covered in at least six metres of ash and other volcanic debris. The city’s quick burial preserved it for centuries before its ruins were discovered by archaeologists in the late 16th century.
Credit: BBC One - Pompeii: The Mystery of the People Frozen in Time
Word Challenge
List the first five words that come to mind when you think of a volcano.
Check with a dictionary any words that you are unsure about the spelling of.
Grammar Challenge
Rewrite the sentence below, using the active voice.
After the eruption, the surrounding area was covered in volcanic ash.
Number Challenge
How many years ago did Mount Vesuvius destroy the city of Pompeii?
Critical Thinking
Why might people live close to a volcano, knowing the associated risks?