- 1. In what year were the Ancient Olympic Games traditionally said to have begun?
A) 500 AD B) 500 BC C) 776 BC D) 100 AD
- 2. Which city was responsible for hosting the Ancient Olympic Games?
A) Sparta B) Olympia C) Delphi D) Athens
- 3. How often were the Ancient Olympic Games held?
A) Every four years B) Every six years C) Every two years D) Every eight years
- 4. What sacred item did the winners of the Ancient Olympic Games receive?
A) Olive wreath B) Silver coin C) Bronze shield D) Gold medal
- 5. How long did the Ancient Olympic Games last?
A) 3 days B) 7 days C) 9 days D) 5 days
- 6. Which Greek god was believed to be the patron of the Ancient Olympic Games?
A) Zeus B) Hermes C) Poseidon D) Apollo
- 7. What was the length of the Ancient Olympic stadion track?
A) 800 meters B) 400 meters C) 100 meters D) 192.27 meters
- 8. Which philosopher believed the Ancient Olympic Games were a way to train for war?
A) Socrates B) Plato C) Aristotle D) Homer
- 9. Which nation dominated the ancient Olympic Games for many years due to their military reputation?
A) Sparta B) Persia C) Athens D) Egypt
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