Greco-Roman Wrestling Concepts

Greco-Roman Wrestling Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Physical Ed

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The video explores the history and evolution of Greco-Roman wrestling, starting from ancient Greek wrestling known as palé. It discusses the development of the sport through the 19th century, its inclusion in the modern Olympics, and the challenges it faced, including a near exclusion in 2013. The video also explains the current rules and scoring system of Greco-Roman wrestling, highlighting its significance as a spiritual successor to ancient Greek wrestling.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about Greco-Roman wrestling?

It was developed in the 20th century.

It includes striking and submission moves.

It originated in Greece and Rome.

It uses both upper and lower body techniques.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In ancient Greek wrestling, how could a wrestler win a point?

By pushing the opponent out of the ring.

By using submission holds.

By striking the opponent.

By making the opponent touch the ground with their back, hip, or shoulders.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the ancient Greek wrestling style?

Pankration

Pancrase

Pugilism

Palé

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who developed the modern Greco-Roman wrestling style?

A French soldier named Jean X. Brat

An American athlete

A Greek philosopher

A Roman gladiator

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original name given to the modern Greco-Roman wrestling style?

Roman Wrestling

Flat Hand Wrestling

Olympic Wrestling

Greek Wrestling

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year did Greco-Roman wrestling first appear in the modern Olympics?

1896

1908

1900

1904

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were Greco-Roman wrestling and weightlifting excluded from the 1900 Olympics?

Because of a lack of interest.

Because of political reasons.

Due to organizational issues with weight categories.

Due to safety concerns.

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