WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Romans loved chariot races, which were held on special racetracks called circuses. The most famous circus, which was in Rome, was the Circus Maximus. In chariot races, two-or four-horse chariots ran seven laps totaling anywhere from three to five miles. Roman games included other type of equestrian events.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gladiators were men, and occasionally women, who encountered fear and brutality on a daily basis. They fought for their lives as public entertainment across the Roman Empire and often only left the arena as a result of victory or death.

Detailed explanation-3: -In the country, fishing was among the favorite pastimes. Ball Games: During their exercises, Romans also participated in a variety of sporting activities involving balls, including handball, soccer, field hockey, catch games, and perhaps even dodge ball.

Detailed explanation-4: -Men all over Rome enjoyed riding, fencing, wrestling, throwing, and swimming. In the country, men went hunting and fishing, and played ball while at home. There were several games of throwing and catching, one popular one entailed throwing a ball as high as one could and catching it before it hit the ground.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Colosseum (a theater), the Circus Maximus (a stadium) and Marcellus’ Theater are all beautiful examples of places for public performances. Ancient Roman games and shows are fascinating.