Amphitheatre x Flashcards
WHat shows took place in the amphitheater?
Gladiator shows
What did they use to protect audience from sun (same as theatre)
Awnings or a canopy
What was the Admission fee?
It was free
Why was it free admission?
Becuase Wealthy citizens paid for it!
What did they do at the start?
A religious ceremony
What were gladiators before?
Condemned criminals, slaves or prisoners of war
Who else was a gladiator?
Volunteers
Where and who by where gladiators trained?
In a barrack by professional trainers
When did the fight end?
When one of the gladiators surrendered or was killed
What were the most famous gladiators like?
Celebrities
What did different types of gladiators have?
Different types of armour and weapons
What are the best known gladiators?
1) samnites- had an oblong shield and short sword
2)net fighters- carried a net and trident
3) murmilones- heavily armed gladiators
Where different gladiators pared against them selves?
Yes
What did many shows also offer
Beast hunts and beast fights
What happened to the amphitheater sometimes
It flooded and there were navy battles
