Gladiators were men who carried a gladius, or sword, and fought to the death as entertainment for
citizens of the Roman Empire. Gladiators took part in so-called games or combat before large
crowds. Armed with various specialized weapons, they fought each other and sometimes wild
animals. Some unfortunates were thrust into fights with no weapons at all. Most gladiators were
condemned criminals, prisoners of war, or slaves bought for the purpose. The most famous slave
gladiator was Spartacus, a Thracian.1
a. gladiators c. prisoners of war
b. Roman Empire d. Spartacus
a
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Read each of the following paragraphs and then respond to the questions by choosing the letter of each correct answer.
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Madame Lenôtre's husband has offered to pick up a few groceries on his way home from work. You will hear her requests twice. The first time, listen for general meaning. The second time, listen carefully for detail and fill in the missing words. Write out all numbers in words. (5 pts)
Va d'abord à la charcuterie. Achète ____________________________1 et deux __________________________2 de pâté de campagne. Ensuite, passe à la poissonnerie. Si les huîtres ne _______________________3 pas trop cher, prends deux douzaines d’huîtres. Enfin, demande _______________________4 grammes de _______________________5.
"The Fish"--Elizabeth Bishop"his brown skin hung in strips like ancient wallpaper" is an example of
A. Metaphor B. Irony C. Simile D. Couplet