In which ancient society were the dead buried along roadways, outside the city walls, in highly visible funerary monuments to illustrate the individual's fame or standing in society?
A. Persia
B. Egypt
C. Assyria
D. Rome
Answer: D
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a) afocal. b) radially balanced. c) postmodern. d) multilateral.
All of the following statements are true of the Roman city of Pompeii, EXCEPT which one?
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