The First Olympics Quiz

What did winners of the earliest Olympics receive?

• A silver medal

• A crown of olive leaves

• A gold medal

• A bronze medal

In which year were the first known Olympics held?

• 1896

• 776 B.C.

• 393 A.D.

• 2004

The first Olympics were held in honor of which Greek god?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Poseidon

• Ares

Where were the first known Olympics held?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Olympia

• Rome

What was the pankration?

• An ultimate fighting sport

• A wrestling event

• A sprinting event

• A type of chariot race

Which of the following sports was part of the ancient Olympics but is not part of the modern games?

• Wrestling

• Long jump

• Chariot racing

• Sprinting

When were the Olympics revived in modern times?

• 1896

• 1924

• 2004

• 776 B.C.

Which year were the Winter Olympics added?

• 1924

• 1896

• 776 B.C.

• 2004

What is the purpose of the modern Olympics?

• To worship Zeus

• To showcase ancient sports

• To bring people together and encourage friendly competition

• To win gold medals

What did athletes in the ancient Olympics pray for?

• Gold medals

• Victory

• Peace

• Fame