What was the original purpose of the Olympic Games in ancient Greece?
TED-ED: The ancient origins of the Olympics - Armand D'Angour

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To honor the Greek god Zeus
To celebrate the harvest season
To commemorate Greek independence
To mark the beginning of the new year
2.
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Which event was the sole competition in the first 13 ancient Olympic Games?
200-yard dash
Javelin throw
Chariot racing
Wrestling
3.
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What was unique about the pankration event in the ancient Olympics?
It was only for women
It was a team event
It allowed no rules except against biting and eye-gouging
It was a musical contest
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why did the ancient Olympic Games come to an end in 391 AD?
A natural disaster destroyed Olympia
The Greek economy collapsed
The Roman Empire fell
Emperor Theodosius banned pagan practices
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In which year were the modern Olympic Games revived?
1896
1920
1900
1850
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