Ancient Olympic Games Quiz

Where were the first Olympic Games held?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Olympia

• Delphi

What was the four-year period between the ancient Olympic Games known as?

• Decade

• Olympiad

• Century

• Millennium

What were the winners of the ancient Olympic Games awarded with?

• Gold medals

• Silver trophies

• Victory wreaths

• Bronze medals

Which of the following events were included in the ancient Olympics?

• Running, Swimming, Cycling

• Running, Chariot Racing, Boxing

• Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball

• Tennis, Golf, Archery

What did athletes wear when they competed in the ancient Olympic Games?

• Tunics

• Armor

• Nothing

• Shorts

Which Greek god was honoured at the Games held at Olympia?

• Poseidon

• Hades

• Zeus

• Apollo

Who were allowed to compete in the ancient Olympic Games?

• Free Greek males

• Women

• Foreigners

• Slaves

What was the punishment for athletes guilty of a false start in track events?

• Disqualification

• Time penalty

• Physical punishment

• Monetary fine

Which event involved a brutal combination of wrestling and boxing with almost no rules?

• Chariot racing

• Long jump

• Pankration

• Discus throw

How were spectators accommodated in the early versions of the ancient Olympic stadium?

• By sitting on wooden benches

• Using the slopes of surrounding hills

• In modern grandstands

• Standing on the track