Olympic Games Quiz

Where were the earliest Olympic games held?

• Compton, California

• Athens, Greece

• Olympia, Greece

• Knossos, Crete

How often does the Olympics take place?

• Every year.

• Every 3 years.

• Every 4 years.

• Bi-annually.

Explain why women weren't allowed to watch or participate in the Olympics.

A "stade" is....

• A room where athletes compete.

• A short foot race.

• A mean look.

• A greek dessert.

Olympians had to train for _ months.

A Pentathlon has _ events.

• 3

• 5

• 7

• 9

An "olympiad" is a(n)....

• Unit of time.

• A person who competes in the Olympics.

• The type of shoes the athletes wear.

• The name of the medal that competitors win.

Who was the 1st ruler of the Christian Roman empire?

• Constantine I

• Theodosius I

• Claudius II

• Zeus

Why were the Olympic Games ended during the Christian Roman Empire?

What was the main purpose of the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• To honor Zeus

• To celebrate the end of wars

• For entertainment

• To promote trade