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The Roman Way(2) 条条大路通罗马（二）
The Coliseum, regarded as the greatest amphitheater of antiquity, is an architectural marvel. This massive structure stands as a tribute to the power and dominance of the Roman Empire.
A typical day at the Coliseum was divided into three parts. In the morning, wild animals were pitted against each other in fierce battle before cheering crowds. At midday, the cruelest of all Roman spectacles took place─executions. This was when condemned criminals were tied to stakes in the middle of the arena. Seconds later, wild beasts including lions, tigers, and elephants were set loose to devour them. Last of all were the gladiatorial matches, which were held in the afternoon.
The gladiatorial matches were the highlight of a day at the Coliseum. These battles between gladiators were a fight to the death. The gladiators were often foreign slaves who had been captured in battle. Their only chance for survival was through victory in the arena. Along the way, some gladiators became famous, with a handful eventually winning their freedom.
The bloodiness of the games testified to the ruthlessness of the Empire. The popularity of the games secured the Coliseum's place as a center of public gathering for over four centuries after its initial opening.
被视为古代最伟大的圆形露天竞技场的“大竞技场”是建筑史上的奇迹。这座雄伟的建筑是罗马帝国势力和霸业的证明。
“大竞技场”一天通常可分为三个时段。早上，野兽互斗的激烈场面引起观众欢呼。中午时，“大竞技场”中最残忍的光景──处决──登场。这时死刑犯会被绑在竞技场中央的木桩上。几秒钟后，包括狮子、老虎和大象等野兽会被释放出来将犯人吞噬。最后一部分则是在下午举行的格斗竞赛。
格斗竞赛是“大竞技场”一天中的高潮。这些斗士之战至死方休。斗士们通常是在战争中被俘虏的外国奴隶。他们唯一的生存机会就是在竞技场中获得胜利。在比赛途中，有些斗士因此成名，少数人甚至在最后获得自由。
这项竞赛的血腥是罗马帝国残暴的铁证。这些广受欢迎的比赛，也确保了“大竞技场”自它成立以来，有超过四世纪之久始终为群众的聚集中心。
The Ups and Downs of Escalator and Elevator Safety
电梯、电扶梯安全须知
In our apartment buildings, offices, train stations, and schools, elevators and escalators are essential. While these conveniences of modern life are practically everywhere, there are potential safety hazards involved that should be noted.
Count the number of times you take an elevator in any given week. For most city dwellers, this number can range anywhere from 50 to 200 times. The number one safety precaution to take when you ride an elevator is to mind your fingers. How often have you stuck your hand or arm in the door to stop it from closing? This may save the inconvenience of having to wait for another elevator, but this split-second decision could cost you your fingers. Instead of using body parts to prevent a door from closing, using the "Door Open" button or waiting for the next one is advisable.
Every day people are maimed or killed by faulty escalators. It is believed that 85 percent of these accidents are due to worn, damaged, or broken equipment. Lately, escalator safety has been at the forefront of public well-being. Though there may be large signs to show people how to ride an escalator, inconsiderate riders and those not paying attention can contribute to serious mishaps. Escalators are moving machinery that can weigh six tons or more. When riding one, use as much caution as possible and stay alert to everything around you.
Without escalators and elevators, life in our modern metropolises would be unbearable. But only when we use our common sense can they be safe for everyone.
在我们的公寓大厦、办公大楼、火车站，以及学校中，电梯和电扶梯都是不可或缺的。这种现代生活的便利设施虽然几乎随处可见，却潜藏着一些该注意的安全危机。
在任何特定的一星期中，数数看你搭乘电梯的次数。对大部分城市居民来说，这数字从50次到200次都有可能。搭电梯时，第一个要采取的安全预防措施就是当心你的手指。你有多常伸出手或手臂挡门不让它关起来？这或许可以省去等待下一班电梯的麻烦，但这一瞬间的决定却可能会赔上你的手指。不要使用身体部位来阻止电梯门关上，使用“开门”键或是等下一班才是明智的选择。
每天都有人因有缺陷的电扶梯而受重伤或是丧命。一般相信这些意外中，有85%要归因于老旧、受损、坏掉的设备。电扶梯安全近来已成为公众福利关注的焦点。虽然会有大型标示指示人们如何搭乘电扶梯，那些轻率或是漫不经心的乘客一样会造成严重事故。电扶梯是移动的机械装置，可重达6吨以上。搭乘时，尽可能小心谨慎，并对你周遭的事物保持警戒。
没有电梯或电扶梯的话，现代都会生活会让人受不了。只有在我们运用常识时，它们对大家才安全。
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