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    the volcanic eruption had damaged the temple which could have destroyed some of the important things the temple and priests would have done regarding the worship of the gods. The information this temple provides is what and how did the people of Pompeii worshipped their gods and how sacrifices were performed by the priest. These things would help us understand the gods and worship as well as how religion affected everyday life of the Pompeians. Being physical remains from the ancient city it would

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    Pompeii was a great city in ancient Rome that was abruptly destroyed when the seemingly harmless and docile Mt. Vesuvius unexpectedly erupted destroying the city of Pompeii and the bordering city of Herculaneum. Before this tragedy struck Pompeii was a very wealthy city and a staple of Roman culture. Located just 10 Kilometers from Mount Vesuvius‚ Pompeii appeared to be nothing more than a wealthy city with a view of great mountain until its one defining moment in history changed everything. Where

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    Archaeological Evidence is there for work and Business in Pompeii? Like many towns in the Roman Empire‚ there were many jobs in Pompeii‚ and due to the fact that very few people had kitchens‚ many people owned restaurants‚ bars and various other “food shops”. As well as food shops other popular businesses included Fishmongers‚ Merchants‚ Weapon Smiths‚ Farmers and many more‚ most of the workers were however slaves. Fishing: Due to the fact that Pompeii was so close to the sea‚ a common job for the residents

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    while the victims would have to rationalize why they survived. Primo Levi discusses this rationalizations in his two poems The Girl-Child of Pompeii and For Adolf Eichmann.

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    Describe the main features of the fulling industry in Pompeii. The fulling industry was extremely important in Pompeii. We know this as there have been at least four fulleries found in Pompeii‚ the most famous of these fulleries is the Fullery of Stephanus. The Fullery of Stephanus is situated on the Via Dell Abbondanza. This Fullery was a dwelling with accommodation for the slaves working at the Fullery. Throughout the transformation of the dwelling into a Fullery the existence of the house was

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    Function/Symbolism The “Initiation Rites Cult of Bacchus” was used to communicate the rites of passage for the women of Pompeii. Much like the Greek women‚ Dionysus was the one of the most important and popular gods for Roman women. He was the source of both their sensual and their spiritual hopes (Art and Archaeology). This painting may have been viewed as a sacred item because it represented the ritualistic ceremony centered on a deity that prepared girls for the psychological transition to life

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    PUBLIC BANK - PB DAY2DAY CARD CARDMEMBER AGREEMENT Thank you for applying for the PB Day2Day Card. It is important that you read carefully the Cardmember Agreement printed below before using the PB Day2Day Card (“Card”). By using the Card‚ you are accepting the Terms and Conditions set out below and agree to be bound by the said Terms and Conditions. MANAGING YOUR CARD WITH CARE A Cardmember’ role in preventing Card fraud. Below are the preventive measures: Treat your Card(s) like cash at

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    society had the means to decipher phenomena on both a scientific and supernatural level‚ but the tragedy at Vesuvius was a whole other story; the occupants of Campania were caught completely off guard by the eruption. The principle characters of Pompeii had multiple opportunities to recognize the evidence of their impending demise; however due to their unfamiliarity with volcanic disasters and preoccupiedness with the aqueduct and Vulcanalia‚ they were unable to identify the real problem before misfortune

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    I cannot believe that today is my last clinical day in ASN program. I still remember my first clinical day; when I did not know a thing about health care and nursing content. I know that I have growth a lot from who I was. Each semester gives me great experiences and knowledge. My previous semesters were really good. Luckily‚ I did not have any problem with my grades and papers. All of the instructors were very nice. Cox College is my favorite school because there is such no space between students

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    O. HENRY‚ THE LAST LEAF In the 1890s‚ many artists lived in Greenwich Village‚ in One morning‚ the doctor spoke quietly to Sue outside Johnsy’s room. New York City. Sue and Johnsy were artists. The two girls met each ‘I can’t help her‚’ the doctor said. ‘She is very sad. She other in the month of May‚ at a restaurant in Greenwich doesn’t want to live. Someone must make her happy again. Village. What is she interested in?’ ‘I’m from the State of Maine‚’ Sue said to Johnsy

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