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