I WONDER - What Kind Of Entertainment Happened At The Colosseum?

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