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a-re-na (uh RE nuh) n.1. a central area used for sports or other forms of entertainment and surrounded by seats for spectators 2. a field of competition or activity adj. taking place in an arena, as in arena football [From the Latin harena, or “sand”; in ancient times, sand was spread on the grounds where competitions of combat were held.]
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According to the word history, what is the origin of the word arena?
A. It comes from a form of combat in ancient Rome.
B. It comes from the name of a famous gladiator.
C. It comes from a Latin word meaning “sand.”
D. It was originally a cheer used by spectators at ancient games.
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