The Ancient Olympic Games

When did the ancient Olympic games begin?

• 776 B.C.
• 393 A.D.
• 1776 A.D.
• 2000 B.C.

The ancient Olympic games were to honor which god or gods?

• Zeus
• Hera
• Zeus & Hera
• Zeus, Poseidon, & Hades

People from all over the ancient world came to participate in the ancient Olympic games.

• True

• False

Where were the ancient Olympic games held?

• Olympia 
• At the foot of Mt. Olympus
• At different city-states throughout Greece
• Athens 

In the earliest Olympic games athletes competed without wearing clothing.

• True 
• False

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What were ancient Olympic athletes given for winning an event.

• A wreath for their head
• Medals
• Both a medal & a wreath for their head
• Money

The ancient Olympic games were held every year.

• True
• False

How long did the Ancient games last?

• Five Days
• One Day
• One Week
• Two Weeks

Women were not allowed to watch or compete in the ancient Olympics.

• True

• False

This first event held in the Olympics was type of competition?

• Wrestling

• Running

• Boxing

• Chariot Racing