Quiz on the Olympic Games

Where were the first Olympic Games held?

• Athens

• Olympia

• Sparta

• Corinth

What was the main purpose of the Olympic Games?

• To hold political meetings

• To honor Zeus and the gods

• To celebrate the harvest

• To promote trade

Which event was NOT part of the first Olympic Games?

• Wrestling

• Boxing

• Footraces

• Chariot racing

What does the word 'victory' mean?

• A loss

• A competition

• A triumph or win

• A race

What is the biggest island in the Mediterranean Sea?

• Cyprus

• Rhodes

• Sicily

• Crete

What does 'sacred' mean?

• Holy; worthy of respect

• Large and impressive

• A type of competition

• A place to relax

What type of races were included in the first Olympic Games?

• Team sports

• Swimming races

• Running races

• Horse races

Why did people travel to the Olympic Games?

• To see the gods

• To compete and watch events

• To trade goods

• To meet friends

What does 'determination' mean?

• A type of race

• A firm decision to accomplish something

• A grand event

• A sacred place

What is a 'conflict'?

• A celebration

• A type of game

• A disagreement or fight

• A victory