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People were so short because their first water pipes were made of lead and they didnt know lead would poison them and it affected their growth and many died of poison from it

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What were the people of Pompeii called?

They were known as Italians, being that that is where Pompeii is situated.But, people from Pompeii are called Pompeians.


Do people still live in Pompeii?

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How do people make a living in Pompeii?

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How do you get souvenirs from Pompeii?

The best way to get souvenirs from Pompeii is to go. You won't regret it! And there are little stands a short walk from the front entrance.


What did Pompeii's eruption do?

Killed thousands of people and destoryed the town of Pompeii and Herculaeum.


What did people do in Pompeii?

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What practises or customs did the people of pompeii follow?

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What do people in pompeii do?

Become petrified.