Which of the Following Is True

Which of the following is true?

A) During the time of the Republic, holidays emerged from simple religious occasions and agricultural offerings into elaborate games and spectacles that were financed by the government.
B) During the Republic and the Empire, the government introduced official sporting events. When this occurred, all businesses were closed and admission to these "games and spectacles" were usually free.
C) Only during the early period of the Republic did Romans actually participate in games and sports During the remaining years of the Republic and during the Empire, Rome became a nation of spectators.
D) Romans enjoyed watching slaves and professional athletes compete while also taking delight in watching the less fortunate Christians, criminals, and political prisoners participate unwillingly in the games.
E) All of the above.