Cambridge Latin Course Book 1 Roman Theatre (Stage 5)

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The pantomime actors were

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Greek slaves

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The vulgar farces were about

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everyday life

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The pantomime actors were

Greek slaves

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The vulgar farces were about

everyday life

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In Roman times admission to the theater was

free

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Plots for pantomimes came from

Greek myths

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During intermission

scented water was sprinkled

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The large theater at Pompeii could hold ___ people

5,000

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Masks were used to

identify the characters

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A famous Roman playwright was

Plautus

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Mostellaria, the title of a Roman comedy, means

The Haunted House

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The pantomime was a mixture of opera and

ballet

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People left for the theater

early in the morning

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The best seats in the theater were reserved for

town officials

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___ paid for actors, producers, etc.

A wealthy citizen

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The performances of the plays lasted

all day

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___ kept spectators cool

An awning

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___ were responsible for setting up the awning

Sailors

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Plays were performed only at ___ that were held several times a year

Festivals