World History and Civilizations
Which of these terms is defined as follows: a large ancient amphitheater in Rome used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles?
Difficulty: Easy
About this MCQ
This Easy World History and Civilizations question asks: Which of these terms is defined as follows: a large ancient amphitheater in Rome used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles? The correct choice is D. Colosseum. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. Phoenicians
Why not A: “Phoenicians” does not fit this question. The answer is Colosseum.
- B. Sumerians
Why not B: “Sumerians” does not fit this question. The answer is Colosseum.
- C. Marco Polo
Why not C: “Marco Polo” does not fit this question. The answer is Colosseum.
- D. Colosseum ✓
Correct answer
D. Colosseum
Explanation
Colosseum is the term that matches “Which of these terms is defined as follows: a large ancient amphitheater in Rome used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles” (option D). Option A (Phoenicians) does not fit this question. Option B (Sumerians) does not fit this question. Option C (Marco Polo) does not fit this question. For this World History and Civilizations question, the accepted answer is Colosseum.
Source: General Knowledge Official Reference Guide
Tags: FPSC, PPSC, General Knowledge, NTS, World History and Civilizations
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