High Five Facts - Colosseum Choca Esos Cinco - Coliseo

The video presents five curious facts about the Colosseum, highlighting its status as the largest amphitheater, the seating arrangements dictated by Roman law, the underground Hypogeum, its construction by the Flavian dynasty, and the inaugural games. The Colosseum was a monumental structure built with stone and concrete, capable of hosting 50,000 spectators. The seating reflected social hierarchy, with the emperor and senators having the best seats. The Hypogeum was an intricate underground network used for quick access and storage. Commissioned by Emperor Vespasian, the Colosseum was completed in 80 A.D. and opened by his son Titus, marking the start of a century of games.

What is the Colosseum primarily made of?

• Stone and concrete

• Wood and clay

• Brick and mortar

• Steel and glass

Who had the best seat in the Colosseum?

• The commoners

• The emperor

• The gladiators

• The senators

What was the purpose of the Hypogeum in the Colosseum?

• To serve as a marketplace

• To house the emperor's quarters

• To provide quick access to the arena

• To store water for the city

Who commissioned the construction of the Colosseum?

• Vespasian

• Augustus

• Nero

• Julius Caesar

How long did the inaugural games at the Colosseum last?

• 50 days

• 100 days

• 30 days

• 200 days