Gladiator Quiz

What was the primary weapon of a Retiarius gladiator as mentioned in the text?

• Net

• Sword

• Spear

• Shield

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According to the text, what disadvantage does a Thracian gladiator face despite having a small shield?

• It is too heavy

• It does not provide enough protection

• It is not durable

• It restricts movement

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How long did Spartacus' slave revolt last before the Roman army defeated him?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

Which emperor held the biggest-ever gladiator games, as mentioned in the text?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Trajan

• Augustus

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What year was it banned for women to fight as gladiators?

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What type of helmet did the Murmillo class of gladiators typically wear?

• Fish-shaped helmet

• Feathered helmet

• Leather cap

• No helmet

Which Roman festival was primarily associated with gladiator games?

• Saturnalia

• Lupercalia

• Venalia

• Ludi Romani

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What was the typical reward for a gladiator who won his freedom?

• A gold crown

• A wooden sword

• A sum of money

• All of the above

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Which Roman god was often honored during gladiator spectacles?

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Venus

• Mercury

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In which famous Roman arena did most gladiatorial combats take place?

• The Roman Forum

• The Colosseum

• Circus Maximus

• Pantheon

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