What were the gladiator games, and what was their purpose? Cite the lesson or textbook to support your answer. In 1 to 2 sentences.

The gladiator games were a form of entertainment in Ancient Rome, where two combatants would fight to the death in an arena for the entertainment of the public. According to the textbook, "The Ancient Romans: From Village to Empire", the purpose of the gladiator games was to provide entertainment for the Roman people.