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Quiz about Historic and Ancient Ruins I
Quiz about Historic and Ancient Ruins I

Historic and Ancient Ruins I Trivia Quiz


Ruins from different countries and cultures all over the world tell fascinating stories of their distant pasts. Though now they may be destroyed, their legacies still live on and on...

A multiple-choice quiz by knightmyst. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
knightmyst
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
321,814
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
1100
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 50 (3/10), Guest 118 (4/10), GillIngham (4/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The ruins of the ancient Temple of Apollo are found at Delphi. This is apparently where Apollo communicated through his priestess Pythia, who was residing in the temple. It was destroyed by an earthquake in 373 BC. Which country should you go to if you intend to visit the temple? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Several abandoned, ancient temples are situated in Petra, including monuments and tombs where the Nabataeans used to live. Many of the buildings there were carved out of sandstone cliffs, like the Treasury (Al Khazneh) and the Monastery (El Deir). Petra was sadly destroyed by an earthquake in 363 AD. Which country is Petra found in? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Towards the end of the Inca Trail, one can reach the Sun Gate at Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu sits upon the Urubamba River, and was built by the Incas as part of the Inca Empire. Machu Picchu contains many buildings, including the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of the Three Windows. Which country is Machu Picchu located in? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. In China 1986 AD, some spectacular bronze ancient artifacts were discovered that caught the world's attention. These bronze masks and statues had designs dating back to 1200 BC and were created by an anonymous group of people. No written records of such an ancient culture were found. What is this archaic site called? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. In Syria 1928 AD, excavations in a coastal city unearthed an amazing secret to tell. A set of tablets, with a unique and unknown alphabet, was found. It was the oldest alphabetical system found at the time, dated about 14th century BC--which is older than that of the Phoenicians! El was the supreme God of this city. Where in Syria is this city located? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. In Morocco, this ancient Roman-controlled city had its beginnings as early as the 3rd century BC. Roman-preserved buildings, like Triumphal Arch and Basilica, were found there. It remained inhabited until the 1700s. The Lisbon earthquake struck this city in 1755. Some of its buildings were removed to be used as building materials for palaces of Moulay Ismail. What is this ancient city? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. An important city that arose out of The Indus Valley Civilisation around 2600 BC was Mohenjo-Daro. Its public baths and intricate drainage system were part of what made the city unique. However, around 1700 BC the city was abandoned and the causes as to why have remained a mystery. Which country is Mohenjo-Daro located in? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Standing out among lush vegetation and mountains was an ancient Mayan city called Palenque. It was an important settlement area from the 5th-8th centuries AD. Pacal the Great was credited with the construction of many of the buildings in Palenque, and his remains at the Temple of Inscriptions are certainly not to be missed. Where is Palenque? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Chersonesos sprang up sometime during 6th century BC as a coastal Greek settlement. It was governed under different rulers at various times, namely the Romans, Huns, Byzantine Empire and the Mongols. It was destroyed in the late 14th century by a Mongol raid. The famous Bell of Chersonesos, which was once the property of Saint Nicholas Church in Taganrog, can be found in this city. What country is Chersonesos located in? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Porolissum started out as a Roman military installation around 106 AD. It increased its commerce with surrounding villages to become a major city in the region. Amphitheater, public baths and the Temple to Liber Pater were built there. It was abandoned by the Romans in 271 AD and eventually declined. What country is Porolissum found in? Hint



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1. The ruins of the ancient Temple of Apollo are found at Delphi. This is apparently where Apollo communicated through his priestess Pythia, who was residing in the temple. It was destroyed by an earthquake in 373 BC. Which country should you go to if you intend to visit the temple?

Answer: Greece

According to legend, Apollo was fighting with Python. When Apollo defeated Python, the serpent fell into a gap in the earth. Its body emitted vapours, which were inhaled by Pythia who was near the scene. She lost consciousness, and Apollo proceeded to enter her body.

She later gained amazing vision and foretelling abilities. People would come from all over to seek her wise counsel. It would certainly be a good place and time to pray to the god Apollo if you were there!
2. Several abandoned, ancient temples are situated in Petra, including monuments and tombs where the Nabataeans used to live. Many of the buildings there were carved out of sandstone cliffs, like the Treasury (Al Khazneh) and the Monastery (El Deir). Petra was sadly destroyed by an earthquake in 363 AD. Which country is Petra found in?

Answer: Jordan

The areas surrounding Petra are desert-like. To be able to carve such buildings out of rock in these desert-like conditions is a phenomenal feat in itself! Certainly, that achievement was recognized worldwide when Petra got chosen as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.
3. Towards the end of the Inca Trail, one can reach the Sun Gate at Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu sits upon the Urubamba River, and was built by the Incas as part of the Inca Empire. Machu Picchu contains many buildings, including the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of the Three Windows. Which country is Machu Picchu located in?

Answer: Peru

One can climb the trail leading to nearby Huayna Picchu where it stands 360 metres higher than Machu Picchu. Once there, the aerial view of Machu Picchu can simply be described as phenomenal and breathtaking. Also, the Temple of the Moon and Great Cavern are located there.
4. In China 1986 AD, some spectacular bronze ancient artifacts were discovered that caught the world's attention. These bronze masks and statues had designs dating back to 1200 BC and were created by an anonymous group of people. No written records of such an ancient culture were found. What is this archaic site called?

Answer: Three Stars Mound

Three Stars Mound is strange, as it does not appear in any historical record, folklore or legend. Its bronze monuments, artifacts, and masks are certainly magnificent and mysterious.
5. In Syria 1928 AD, excavations in a coastal city unearthed an amazing secret to tell. A set of tablets, with a unique and unknown alphabet, was found. It was the oldest alphabetical system found at the time, dated about 14th century BC--which is older than that of the Phoenicians! El was the supreme God of this city. Where in Syria is this city located?

Answer: Ugarit

The excavation of the tablets proved to be priceless in enriching our knowledge of the history of alphabetical systems and also that of the Ugaritic Alphabet. Also, it was an exciting discovery for biblical scholars and historians.
6. In Morocco, this ancient Roman-controlled city had its beginnings as early as the 3rd century BC. Roman-preserved buildings, like Triumphal Arch and Basilica, were found there. It remained inhabited until the 1700s. The Lisbon earthquake struck this city in 1755. Some of its buildings were removed to be used as building materials for palaces of Moulay Ismail. What is this ancient city?

Answer: Volubilis

Volubilis is one of the Roman settlements in North Africa that is in relatively good condition. It would be a worthwhile trip to make if you happen to visit.
7. An important city that arose out of The Indus Valley Civilisation around 2600 BC was Mohenjo-Daro. Its public baths and intricate drainage system were part of what made the city unique. However, around 1700 BC the city was abandoned and the causes as to why have remained a mystery. Which country is Mohenjo-Daro located in?

Answer: Pakistan

Some of the ancient artifacts found at Mohenjo-Daro include the Dancing Girl statue and the Priest-King statue. Mohenjo-Daro was located in the modern Sindh Province of Pakistan.
8. Standing out among lush vegetation and mountains was an ancient Mayan city called Palenque. It was an important settlement area from the 5th-8th centuries AD. Pacal the Great was credited with the construction of many of the buildings in Palenque, and his remains at the Temple of Inscriptions are certainly not to be missed. Where is Palenque?

Answer: Mexico

Palenque stood at a place that traditionally had a large amount of rainfall in Mexico. The rainy climate is probably a reason why the Mayans chose to settle there.
9. Chersonesos sprang up sometime during 6th century BC as a coastal Greek settlement. It was governed under different rulers at various times, namely the Romans, Huns, Byzantine Empire and the Mongols. It was destroyed in the late 14th century by a Mongol raid. The famous Bell of Chersonesos, which was once the property of Saint Nicholas Church in Taganrog, can be found in this city. What country is Chersonesos located in?

Answer: Ukraine

Chersonesos is a very important, ancient site and a huge treasure trove of information, so much so that it is termed 'Slavic Pompeii'. The Oath of Chersonesos, depicting Greek democracy, is one of the few completely preserved documentations of its kind in the world.
10. Porolissum started out as a Roman military installation around 106 AD. It increased its commerce with surrounding villages to become a major city in the region. Amphitheater, public baths and the Temple to Liber Pater were built there. It was abandoned by the Romans in 271 AD and eventually declined. What country is Porolissum found in?

Answer: Romania

Many battles broke out between the Dacians and the Romans starting in 85 AD. The last battle fought in 106 AD, however, resulted in the defeat of the Dacians. Porolissum grew as a military establishment as a result of this. The Romans seized the Dacian capital at Sarmizegetusa after their victory in the Battle of Sarmizegetusa. Interestingly, the ruins of Sarmizegetusa later became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Source: Author knightmyst

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