The Roman Games

What was the main purpose of Roman games by the end of the last century BC?

• Religious rituals

• Political purposes

• Agricultural celebrations

• Military training

In the Roman world, the ______ was used for gladiator contests.

• theatre

• amphitheatre

• circus

• colosseum

In chariot racing, the races were held in a structure called a ____.

• Circus

• Theatre

• Amphitheatre

• Arena

What was the most popular sport in Rome?

• Wrestling

• Chariot racing

• Gladiator fighting

• Javelin throwing

How many people could the Circus Maximus seat?

• 10,000

• 25,000

• 50,000

• 250,000

What was the primary purpose of the Colosseum in Rome?

• Gladiator contests

• Public executions

• Animal hunts

• All of the above.

Which of the following films is known for its representation of Roman games?

• Ben Hur

• Gladiator

• Spartacus

• All of the above

Which emperor held the inaugural gladiatorial games in the Colosseum?

• Vespasian

• Titus

• Nero

• Caesar

How many people could sit in the Colosseum?

• 10,000 to 20,000
• 50,000 to 80,000
• 100,000 to 120,000
• 30,000 to 40,000

What were naval battles called?

• Aquaie

• Ludi

• Munera

• Naumachia