Sports
Origins of the Olympics
Fun Facts
100

What was the first and only event for the first 13 Olympics?

200 yard dash

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When was the first Olympics?

776 BC

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What was the 1st day of the Olympics devoted to?

Sacrifices to the Gods

200

What is the name of the event where men standing in 2 wheeled carts are pulled by horses around a track?

Chariot racing

200

Where did the Olympics take place?

Olympia

200

Name 2 events of the Ancient Olympics

Boxing, wrestling, chariot race, 200 yard dash

300

What is the event where a spear is thrown?

Javelin

300

What was the purpose of the Olympics?

To honor the Greek God Zeus

300

What was the main attraction at the Olympics?

Races

400

What event is now popular as a weekly televised program featuring Roman Reigns?

wrestling

400

How often did the Olympics take place?

Every 4 years

400

Who was allowed to compete in the Olympics?

Wealthy Men

500

Event where a disc is thrown.

Discus

500

What was the main event of the Winter Olympics in Ancient Greece?

There were no Winter Olympics.

500

What was the Job of the first winner of the Olympics?

A baker