amphitheatre Flashcards
1
Q
when was the amphitheatre built?
A
70BC
2
Q
name 4 advantages of the structure
A
- oval shaped - good views
- tiered seats - good views
- audiences protected by high walls
- large number of entrances and exits
3
Q
spectator no.?
A
24,000
4
Q
name 4 events
A
beast hunts
gladiatorial battles
executions
athletics
5
Q
when did the riot take place?
A
59AD
6
Q
give 3 reasons why people went to the amphitheatre
A
- free entry
- public holiday
- varied events
7
Q
which two gangs were involved in the riot?
A
pompeiians vs nucerians
8
Q
outline 3 events of the riot
A
- taunts from rival gangs SLURS
- stone throwing STONES
- swords were drawn and it spilled out onto the streets SWORDS
9
Q
how did pompeii react to the riot?
A
banned the events for 10 years
exiled the event organiser
illegal gangs and associations were banned
10
Q
when was the ban lifted?
A
after the 62AD earthquake as a gesture
