The Ancient Greek Olympics

What was the purpose of the Olympics?

• train for war

• fun and games

• honor Gods

• entertainment

Who was able to join the Ancient Greek Olympics

• only men

• only women

• men and women

Where were the athletes from?

• Greece

• All over the world

• Europe

• Athens only

Where were the games held?

• Athens

• Olympia

• Sparta

• Syracuse

How often were the Olympic games held?

• every year

• every 4 years

• every decade

• once a month

What are examples of Olympic events?

• long jump

• track

• javelin throw

• wrestling

• gymnastics

What did winners receive?

• medal

• trophy

• olive wreath

• certificate

What was Hearia?

• the children's version of the Olympics

• the women's version of the Olympics

• the animal version of the Olympics

• an award ceremony

What was the most popular event in the Olympics?

• boxing

• long jump

• pentathlon

• chariot race

What is one difference in the Olympics today and the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• Today both men and women can compete, but in Ancient Greece only men competed.

• Today we do not light a torch, but in Ancient Greece they do.

• Today the chariot race is the most important event, in Ancient Greece the long jump was the most important.