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Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius is a famous volcano in Italy near the city of Naples where millions of people live.
It is an active volcano which last erupted in 1944 during WW2 and has erupted over 50 times during the last 2000 years.
Use the picture and text tools to write about Mount Vesuvius and the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Discussion points
- Vesuvius is most famous for its eruption in 79 AD when it completely destroyed the city of Pompeii and nearby Herculaneum.
- Why do you think people live near volcanoes?
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