The Romans occasionally flooded the Colosseum or Circus Maximus to stage naval battles with large boats filled with warriors. These events included real-life threats such as alligators and crocodiles to enhance the spectacle.

What unique event did the Romans sometimes host in the Colosseum or Circus Maximus?

• Animal hunts

• Boat battles

• Gladiator fights

• Chariot races

What was a key feature of the boat battles held by the Romans?

• They used small canoes

• They involved large ships

• They were held in the ocean

• They were only for entertainment

What kind of warriors participated in the Roman boat battles?

• Pirates

• Samurai

• Vikings

• Roman soldiers

Which of the following was a real-life danger included in the Roman boat battles?

• Bears

• Lions

• Tigers

• Alligators

What other dangerous animal, besides alligators, was used in these Roman events?

• Crocodiles

• Sharks

• Eagles

• Wolves