1
Which event involves using your fists to fight?
boxing
What were ancient Olympian athletes crowned with if they won?
a laurel wreath
Which three people groups were not allowed to participate in the ancient Olympics?
women, slaves, and prisoners
The Olympics in ancient Greece were held every ______ years.
four
Which city held the ancient Olympics?
Olympia
Who were the ancient Greeks honoring with the Olympics?
Zeus
How many rings are on the modern-day Olympic flag?
five
What is now given to athletes when they win an Olympic event?
a medal
In which ancient Olympic event did they use horses?
chariot racing
In what year was the first ancient Olympics?
776 B.C. or 1896?
776 B.C.
What do you call a light spear that the competitors throw a long distance?
javelin
Which event is a foot race that is about the length of a football field?
the stade run
What do athletes throw that looks like a frisbee?
a discus
What is the name of the jump from a standing position?
long jump
How would the city-states behave towards one another during the olympics?
peacefully