Ancient Olympic Games Trivia

The video discusses the origins of the Olympic Games in 776 BC at Mount Olympus, held to honor Zeus. The Greeks valued physical fitness, incorporating it into youth education. Various contests were held, and winners were celebrated with olive wreaths and songs. The games promoted friendship, pausing wars for their duration. The Greeks used four-year cycles, called Olympiads, to measure time, starting from 776 BC.

In which year did the Olympic Games first take place at Mount Olympus?

• 300 BC

• 1000 BC

• 500 BC

• 776 BC

Which Greek god were the Olympic Games held in honor of?

• Athena

• Apollo

• Hera

• Zeus

Which of the following was NOT a contest in the ancient Olympic Games?

• Javelin Throwing

• Boxing

• Swimming

• Running

What was placed on the heads of the winners of the Olympic contests?

• Laurel Wreaths

• Silver Crowns

• Olive Wreaths

• Gold Medals

What term did the Greeks use to describe the four-year cycle between Olympic Games?

• Era

• Olympiad

• Century

• Decade