The men who fought as gladiators in Roman arenas were most often from which groups?

Wealthy citizens seeking fame and glory

Professional athletes recruited from Greece

Slaves, criminals, and prisoners of war

Off-duty soldiers from the Roman legions

In addition to gladiators fighting each other, Roman arena spectacles often included what other type of violent contest?

Fights involving exotic wild animals

Debates between famous philosophers

Athletic events like running and discus

The gladiators themselves through entry fees

Foreign kings paying tribute to Rome

Religious priests from the city's temples

The emperor or wealthy Roman aristocrats

To train new soldiers for the army

To increase their popularity and keep the public content

To raise money for the government through ticket sales

To provide a formal setting for religious worship