Circus History and Performances

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The circus has always included animal performances as a central attraction.

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True

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In the past, circuses were primarily held in large permanent buildings.

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False

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Modern circuses often focus more on acrobatics and human performances than on animal acts.

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True

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Clowns have been a part of circus entertainment since its inception.

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True

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The first circus was established in the United States in the early 20th century.

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False

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Today’s circuses often incorporate technology such as lighting and sound effects into their performances.

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True

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All circuses today still use wild animals like lions and tigers in their shows.

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False

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The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus was one of the most famous circuses in history before it closed permanently in 2017.

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True

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Aerial acts, such as trapeze artists, are a new addition to modern circuses that did not exist historically.

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False

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Circuses today often aim to promote social messages or themes within their performances.

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True