The Colosseum (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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What was the official name of the Colosseum?
What was the official name of the Colosseum?
Flavian Amphitheatre
Where did the name 'Colosseum' originate from?
Where did the name 'Colosseum' originate from?
A colossal statue of Nero nearby
Which emperor began construction of the Colosseum in 72 AD?
Which emperor began construction of the Colosseum in 72 AD?
Vespasian
How long did the opening games last under Titus?
How long did the opening games last under Titus?
100 days
The Colosseum was built on the site of which of Nero's structures?
The Colosseum was built on the site of which of Nero's structures?
Golden House lake
What was the spectator capacity of the Colosseum?
What was the spectator capacity of the Colosseum?
50,000 to 80,000
Who operated the velarium awning system?
Who operated the velarium awning system?
Sailors from the Roman navy
What was the hypogeum?
What was the hypogeum?
Underground chambers for animals & lifts
Where did senators and the elite sit in the Colosseum?
Where did senators and the elite sit in the Colosseum?
Near the arena floor
What entertainment was typically shown in the morning?
What entertainment was typically shown in the morning?
Venationes (wild beast hunts)
What Latin phrase described keeping the population fed and entertained?
What Latin phrase described keeping the population fed and entertained?
Panem et circenses
Which ancient writer documented naval battles staged in the Colosseum?
Which ancient writer documented naval battles staged in the Colosseum?
Cassius Dio