Colosseum in Rome during coronavius lockdown

The video discusses the Colosseum's rich 2000-year history and its current closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Normally attracting up to 8 million tourists annually, the site is now shut and will remain so for several weeks. The impact of the pandemic on tourism is highlighted, emphasizing the Colosseum's resilience through various historical challenges.

What is one of the recent challenges faced by the Colosseum?

• The coronavirus pandemic

• A major earthquake

• A new architectural design

• A change in government policy

Approximately how many tourists visit the Colosseum each year under normal circumstances?

• 10 million

• 1 million

• 8 million

• 5 million

What is the usual state of the area around the Colosseum?

• Deserted

• Packed with tourists

• Under construction

• Used for local markets

How long is the Colosseum expected to remain closed due to the pandemic?

• Indefinitely

• A few days

• A few weeks

• A few months

What historical significance does the Colosseum hold?

• It was a marketplace

• It was a royal palace

• It hosted numerous battles

• It was a religious site