Multiple choice general knowledge

The Roman Coliseum was built under the direction of which Emperor?

  1. Vespasian

  2. Julius Caesar

  3. Nero

  4. Trajan
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Explanation

The Roman Colosseum, originally called the Flavian Amphitheatre, was indeed commissioned by Emperor Vespasian around 70-72 AD. Construction was completed under his son Titus in 80 AD. Julius Caesar died before the Colosseum was conceived, Nero was Vespasian's predecessor, and Trajan ruled later.

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