Question 1

Question 1

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On the slopes of Mt Ismaros, in the position of Kabana on the way to the Synaxis, the ancient theater of Maronia can be seen, in a beautiful location with a view to the sea and the ancient port. After the restoration works, which began systematically in 2007, we can admire it as it was in antiquity, but also enjoy theatrical performances. The work included the conservation and restoration of the first three rows of seats, as well as the addition of another three rows. The first construction phase of the theater dates back to the late 4th century BC or to the beginning of the 3rd century BC. Important interventions took place in the Roman period, in the 1st century AD, when the orchestra was transformed into an arena.
Observe the architecture of the ancient theater of Maronia. In how many seating sections is the auditorium of the theater divided? Can you find the main change in its construction, which helped its new use in Roman times?

Did you find the location?

YES

Correct! The auditorium was divided in nine seating sections of eight stairways while there was a total of nine rows of seats. The capacity of the theater was 2,500-3,000 spectators. In the Roman period a stone slab was placed in the front row to protect spectators from the beasts and the gladiators.
Proceed to the next point for the 2nd stop.

NO

It does not matter. Maybe a mistake was made with the identification of the location. In the auditorium we can see nine seating sections which are divided by eight stairways. The capacity of the theater was 2,500-3,000 spectators. In the Roman period a stone slab was placed in the front row to protect spectators from the beasts and the gladiators.
Proceed now to the next point for the 2nd stop.

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