The Dog of Pompeii

4. Machines or workers that dig up earth, often for archaeological discoveries.
7. A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements along fault lines.
10. A small or minor shaking or vibration, often referring to the slight movements felt before or during an earthquake.
12. An ancient Roman city located near modern Naples, Italy, that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79.
14. A type of marketplace or food market in ancient Rome, often featuring stalls for meat, fish, and other provisions.
15. The central public space in ancient Roman cities where various activities, including markets, political discussions, and social gatherings, took place.
16. The gray or white powder that remains after something has burned.

1. A loose-fitting garment worn by ancient Romans, typically made of wool, draped over the body, and associated with citizenship and formal occasions.
2. Something that is difficult to understand or explain; an enigma.
3. A regular way of doing things; a set sequence of actions.
4. The process of digging up and removing earth to uncover historical artifacts, buildings, or fossils; often used in archaeology.
5. A companion or friend; someone with whom one shares a close bond or partnership.
6. The framework of bones that supports the body of a person or animal.
8. A public place for walking or strolling, often for leisure.
9. A famous volcano in Italy known for its eruption that destroyed Pompeii.
11. A decorative art form created by arranging small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials to form images or patterns.
13. A sound or action of air rising to the surface of a liquid, often indicating heat.