How did the roman emperors appease the masses?

The emperors appeased the masses by the "bread and circuses" method. This meant that each citizen was given an allotment of grain and oil. The emperors put on various forms of entertainment, ranging from gladiatorial bouts to chariot races to theater. Also on special occasions, donations would be made to the people. These were in the form of either money or tickets for clothing, jewelry or other hard goods. Public banquets were given during certain festivals.