ARE: Overview - Decimus' Journey

The image shows an illustration of the Flavian Amphitheater from the 1st century CE.

Overview

Decimus is now the praetorian prefect for Emperor Titus. He is overseeing the security for the entire imperial family, as well. With the lavish games already planned for the opening of the Flavian Amphitheater, Decimus escorts Emperor Titus, his brother, Domitian, his niece, Flavia, and the other members of the imperial family to the Imperial Box.

Between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators watch as wild animals and gladiators entertain the masses.

Study Guide

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Essential Questions

    1. How do you form and translate uses of the present active infinitive?
    2. How do you ask questions in Latin?
    3. How do conjunctions work in Latin?
    4. What is the Flavian Amphitheater and how was it used for entertainment?
    5. What types of gladiators fought in the Amphitheater?

Key Terms

  1. Infinitive - The 2nd principal part of a verb, translates to + verb meaning; verbal noun
  2. Interrogative  - word introducing a question
  3. Conjunction - a word that connects words, phrases and clauses
  4. Flavian Amphitheater - Entertainment amphitheater, also known as the Colosseum, opened in 80 AD by Emperor Titus in Rome

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