Olympics

The first Olympics were ____ celebrations.

• International

• Agricultural

• Religious

• Military

Winners of the ancient Olympics received:

• Olive Branches

• Medals

• Coins

• Land

Which modern Olympic event was also part of the ancient Olympics?

• Tennis

• Running

• Skiing

• Golfing

The Olympics under Roman rule were ____ than the earlier Games.

• More Competitive

• More Frequent

• Less Violent

• Less Noble

How many years passed between the end of the ancient Olympics and the beginning of the modern Olympics?

• 1,500 years

• 1,000 years

• 500 years

• 100 years

The first modern Olympics were held in Athens to _____ the Greek history of the Games.

• Challenge

• Honor

• Criticize

• Rewrite

Which group was barred from competing in the first modern Olympics?

• Greeks

• Americans

• Women

• Christians

The Olympic rings stand for _____ between nations.

• Conflict

• Rivalry

• Distrust

• Harmony

Which fact supports the argument that the Olympics have become more global?

• Olympic are now held in the winter and summer.

• The number of events has increased.

• The number of participating countries has increased.

• Athletics records continue to be broken.

What happens to the Olympic flame during the closing ceremonies?

• It is lit.

• It is extinguished.

• It travels to the host city.

• It returns to Athens.