
Exploring the Origins of the Ancient Olympic Games

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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary purpose of the ancient Olympic Games?
To honor the god Zeus
To promote trade among city-states
To celebrate the harvest season
To train soldiers for war
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often were the ancient Olympic Games held?
Every year
Every two years
Every four years
Every five years
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which event was the only competition in the first-ever Olympics?
Wrestling
Boxing
Chariot racing
A foot race
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the 'stade' in the context of the ancient Olympics?
A long-distance race
A wrestling match
A chariot race
A straight-line sprint
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which combat sport was considered the ultimate test of athleticism and strength?
Javelin throwing
Boxing
Pankration
Wrestling
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was unique about the boxing matches in the ancient Olympics?
They used padded gloves
There were no rounds or time limits
They were held in a ring
They had weight classes
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which event combined multiple disciplines such as running, jumping, and wrestling?
Heptathlon
Pentathlon
Triathlon
Decathlon
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