What happened in the Circus Maximus?

Which emperor's reign saw the Circus Maximus at its height?

• Julius Caesar

• Trajan

• Nero

• Augustus

What were the three principal events held at the Circus Maximus?

• Gladiator fights, naval battles, and public speeches

• Chariot racing, animal hunts, and triumphal processions

• Olympic games, poetry readings, and market days

• Theatrical performances, public executions, and religious ceremonies

What was the maximum capacity of spectators in the Circus Maximus?

• 100,000 spectators

• 200,000 spectators

• 150,000 spectators

• 50,000 spectators

What was the original use of the valley where the Circus Maximus was built?

• A religious ceremonial site

• A royal hunting ground

• A military training ground

• Agricultural land

What did the Circus Maximus primarily host?

• Political rallies

• Chariot races

• Trade fairs

• Musical concerts

What mechanism was used to start the chariot races?

• A thrown handkerchief

• A dropped flag

• A trumpet blast

• A released dove

How were the gates of the chariot stalls opened?

• By hand

• Using a lever system

• With a pulley mechanism

• Automatically

How many laps did the chariots race around the track?

• 5 laps

• 7 laps

• 10 laps

• 12 laps

What did charioteers wear for protection?

• Magical amulets

• Leather helmets and wrappings

• Chainmail armor

• Steel breastplates

How did charioteers become freedmen or slaves?

• As a reward for extraordinary bravery

• Through purchase by a wealthy sponsor

• They were born into their roles

• By winning a certain number of races