Panhellenic Games in Ancient Greece

The Panhellenic games were the start of what?

• Olympics

• NFL

• Cross Country Running

• NBA

What was the main purpose of the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• To honor Zeus

• To celebrate the end of wars

• For entertainment

• To promote trade

Which of the following was NOT an event in the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• Boxing

• Soccer

• Discus throw

• Long jump

In which city were the ancient Olympic Games originally held?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Olympia

• Delphi

How often were the ancient Olympic Games held?

• Every year

• Every two years

• Every four years

• Every five years

What was the prize for winning an event in the ancient Olympics?

• A crown of olive leaves

• A pot of gold

• A statue in their honor

• A certificate of achievement

Who could compete in the ancient Olympic Games?

• Men and women from all over the world

• Only Greek-speaking men

• Only men from Olympia

• Men and women from Greece

Match the following.

• God of the Underworld

• Poseidon

• Goddess of Love and Beauty

• Hades

• King of the Gods, God of the Sky & Lightning

• Aphrodite

• Goddess of Wisdom and War

• Athena

• God of the Sea

• Zeus

What material was typically used for the discus in the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• Stone

• Wood

• Bronze

• Iron

What was the penalty for cheating in the Ancient Greek Olympics?

• Disqualification

• Fines

• Public humiliation

• All of the above