The Olympics

When were the first Olympic Games?

• 775 BCE

• 777 BCE

• 776 BCE

• 773 BCE

Who did the Olympic Games originally honor?

• Athena

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Odysseus

Who could compete in Ancient Greece?

• Women

• Men from Any Country

• Slaves

• Greek Men Only

Where were the Olympics held in the Ancient Games?

• Olympia

• Crete

• Russia

• China

Which of the following are true in regards to clothing in the Olympics?

• During ancient times, individuals played nude. Today, we wear jerseys or uniforms.

• During ancient times and modern times, individuals play with jerseys or uniforms.

• During ancient times, individuals played with jerseys or uniforms. Today, we play nude.

• It does not matter what clothing individuals wore in Ancient Greece or today.

One of the main similarities between the Ancient Greece Olympics and the Olympics today is that...

• The Olympics are held every four years.

• Each time the Olympics are held, they are located in a different nation.

• Competitors only come from one area of the world.

• Women can not compete in the Olympics.

Women were able to compete in the Olympics in Ancient Greece.

• True

• False

The Olympics today are held to:

• To allow individuals to show off in sports

• To promote selfishness among the winners

• To promote peace among the countries participating

• To allow happiness to be spread

In which way were the Olympics originally held?

• A Festival to Honor Apollo

• As a Religious Festival

• A Fun Way to Compete in Sports

• As A Food Festival

In what year did the first MODERN Olympics occur?

• 776 BC

• 776 AD

• 1896

• 1986