The Olympic Games

Where were the Olympic games held?

• Corinth

• Athens

• Sparta

• Olympia

How often were the Olympic games held?

• Every five years

• Every four years

• Every two years

• Every year

What was carried to all the Greek city-states to inform them about the games?

• A scroll

• An engraved disk

• A golden crown

• A white dove

What was the purpose of the Olympic truce?

• To celebrate the winners

• To keep peace during the games

• To honor the gods

• To start the games

How long could it take for athletes to travel, attend the games, and return home?

• One to three months

• One year

• Six months

• One week

Who was the festival and the Olympic Games in honor of?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Hermes

• Athena

What was the first athletic event added to the festival in 776 BCE?

• Chariot racing

• Footrace

• Wrestling

• Javelin throw

How long was the stadium for the footrace?

• 200 yards (183 meters)

• 250 yards (229 meters)

• 150 yards (137 meters)

• 100 yards (91 meters)