Circus Maximus Flashcards
1
Q
carcarēs
A
the 12 starting gates
2
Q
eurīpus
A
the crash barrier; also called the spīna
3
Q
pulvinar
A
the emperor’s box
4
Q
Altar of Consus
A
an underground altar to the god of horses and fertility
5
Q
mētae
A
the 3 conical pillars that served as turning posts
6
Q
cavea
A
the 3 tiers of spectators’ seats
7
Q
mappa
A
a white cloth that signaled the start to the race
8
Q
naufragium
A
a crash of chariots
