The Roman Aqueducts of Spain
  • 1. What was the primary purpose of Roman aqueducts?
A) To transport water
B) To provide roads for travel
C) To store rainwater
D) To serve as defensive structures
  • 2. Which Roman aqueduct is famous for its well-preserved arches in Segovia?
A) Aqueduct of Segovia
B) Aqueduct of Córdoba
C) Aqueduct of Tarragona
D) Aqueduct of Mérida
  • 3. In which city can you find the Aqua Vivia aqueduct?
A) Seville
B) Rome
C) Granada
D) Toledo
  • 4. How did Romans ensure a steady water flow in aqueducts?
A) By maintaining a slight gradient
B) By constructing tunnels underwater
C) By using pumps
D) By building reservoirs
  • 5. What is a common feature of Roman aqueducts?
A) Domes
B) Columns
C) Windmills
D) Arches
  • 6. What was the primary fuel for the factories that produced the cement for aqueducts?
A) Coal
B) Limestone
C) Slate
D) Granite
  • 7. Which aqueduct served the ancient city of Tarragona?
A) Aqueduct of Córdoba
B) Pont del Diable
C) Aqueduct of Seville
D) Pont de les Ferreres
  • 8. What was the common width of the water channels in Roman aqueducts?
A) 0.2 to 0.5 meters
B) 2 to 3 meters
C) 0.5 to 1 meter
D) 1 to 2 meters
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