All of the following statements are true of the Roman Colosseum, EXCEPT which one?
A. Amphitheaters like the Colosseum were used by the Romans for entertainment, including chariot races, mock sea battles, gladiatorial contests, and a variety of brutal blood sports
B. The Colosseum's exterior arches are framed by engaged columns displaying the three Greek orders: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian
C. Underneath the floor of the Colosseum was a complex of rooms and tunnels from which athletes, gladiators, and wild animals emerged to entertain the crowds
D. The Colosseum was built as a temple to all of the Roman gods, and its name means "all of the gods"
Answer: D. The Colosseum was built as a temple to all of the Roman gods, and its name means "all of the gods"
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