Chariot Races Flashcards
1
Q
What classes did racing appeal to
A
Slaves all the way to the emperor himself
2
Q
What is the Latin word for chariot races
A
Ludi circenses
3
Q
What kind of track were they held on
A
An oval, long track
4
Q
How big was the track and how many people could it hold
A
600x225 meters and could hold 250,000
5
Q
What was the centre of the track called
A
Spina
6
Q
Which horse races were more important
A
Quadrigæ
7
Q
What did both modern and old racing have in commmon
A
Betting on the winners
8
Q
What do they not have in common
A
Opinions on death and injury
Safety of the races
