Question

multiple-choice question
____ is a city that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
sparta
pompeii
athens
rome

Explanation:

Sparta was a Greek city - state known for its military, not destroyed by a volcanic eruption. Athens is a major Greek city with a long history but not destroyed by a volcanic eruption. Rome is an ancient city with a different historical trajectory. Pompeii was an ancient Roman city that was buried and destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

Answer:

B. Pompeii (assuming the options are labeled as A. Sparta, B. Pompeii, C. Athens, D. Rome)