Bread and Circus

The idea of bread and circuses originated from the Roman saying, Panes Et Circenses. The saying is meant to describe public approval or satisfaction. Entertainment and food catch people's attention and allow the audience to remain calm and be distracted from any turmoil. Panes Et Circenses is a way to subtly control a crowd. An example that relates to the world today would be donating blood, after giving blood you are given food. Another example is running road races. Road races are popular events for athletes where snacks are distributed to all runners after the event is finished. Lastly, an open house is a relatable event. Many people attend open houses, most have small finger foods offered to all who make an appearance.