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