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What attitude towards the Roman games did the ancient writers express? How would you account for the differences and similarities between these attitudes?
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Classical Studies ( Part 1 ) How did the design of the Colosseum relate to its public function and to its symbolic meaning? Answer in no more than 300 words. The Colosseum's design was determined by its public function as an arena to be used for huge public gatherings. Functionally it served as the greatest entertainment venue of the Roman Empire, to stage gladiatorial combats, beast shows and plays. Socially it served as a place of punitive control, where executions of criminals and prisoners took place. Politically it served as a permanent reminder of the benevolence of the Empower and the power of the Empire. The architecture needed to satisfy three requirements, 'Commodity', 'Firmness' and 'Delight'. The practical design gave form to its public function successfully. The oval shape allowed the architect to fit more people around the edges as well as an unobstructed view of events. The staged seating enhanced visibility...
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