Question

A location that is part of this archaeological site was dubbed the “Murder House” due to the two skeletons that were found when it was excavated. The Clayton Collection comprises pottery found at this site. One text found at this site includes a request sent to the wife of Cerialis (“keh-ree-AH-liss”) to “make the day more enjoyable” by her arrival. (-5[1])Tablet 208, a recipe that uses garlic and conditum, is one of a hoard of letters found at Vindolanda at this site. In 2023, tree vandalism occurred at the Sycamore Gap, which is found along the (10[1])73-mile span of this site. (10[1])This structure was built south of a similar one named for Antoninus (10[2])to defend against attacks from Caledonia. For 10 points, what structure was named for the Roman emperor (10[1])who ordered it built on the border between Britannia and lower Scotland? ■END■ (10[1])

ANSWER: Hadrian’s Wall [or Vallum Aelium or Picts’ Wall; accept Housesteads; accept Vindolanda until read] (The first line refers to Housesteads. The birthday invitation was sent from Claudia Severa to Lepidina.)
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PlayerTeamOpponentBuzz PositionValue
Soren HeydariUNC BWilliam & Mary58-5
Jonathan BostLiberty BSouth Carolina9410
Michael EngUNC CVirginia Tech A9910
Nick SmemoeUNC DVirginia A11110
Adam PascoeWake ForestLiberty C11110
Nathan RedfordLiberty ADuke12810
Meredie CohenWilliam & MaryUNC B14110

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