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What is a venationes?
A hunt of wild animals.
What happens to the animals during venationes?
They are released from cages into the arena and hunted by specially trained beast fighters.
What did the hunters wear during the venationes?
Light clothing.
What tools did the hunters use in the venationes?
Spears and their agility.
What was the outcome for many animals in the venationes?
Many animals were killed.
What was occasionally the fate of hunters during venationes?
A few hunters lost their lives.
What was the purpose of the venationes?
To showcase the superiority of human skill and discipline over untamed nature.
What type of business was associated with the venationes?
The trafficking of exotic animals for slaughter in the arenas.
True or False: Venationes were exclusive to certain regions of the empire.
False.
