Research Paper 5-5-03/Period A

In Rome, before the founding of amphitheaters, gladiatorial combats and other entertainment were held in areas such as the Forum, the Circus Maximus, and other places. However, a politician named Curio came up with the idea of an amphitheater, which allowed better viewing from the stands. (“Amphitheater.”) Perhaps the greatest amphitheater of all was the Colosseum. During its day, the Colosseum was the largest, most marvelous structure of its kind. Their work created a structure that was so immense it could hold approximately fifty thousand spectators (“Roman Colosseum.”) The spectators came to watch a variety of activities, including ship battles, animal fights, and gladiator games (Kent School District). However, these naval battles did not continue for as long as the other spectacles. The Colosseum has an interesting history also, including why the water battles were banned.

The Colosseum is not a perfect circle at all, as it may be believed. In actuality, it measures 189 m (620 ft) long and 156 m (513 ft) wide. The structure is four stories, totaling 47 m (157 ft) to the top. Three of t

“Colosseum History.” Roma Imperiale. Visited 29 April 2003. .

“Colosseum.” Kent School District. 1995; updated 2003; visited 27 April 2003. .

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