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100
Name three of the Ancient events
Boxing, discus, Javelin, Jumping, Pankraton, Pentathlon, Running, Wrestling, Horse-and-chariot races
100
What god did they honor?
Zeus.
100
Name two of the events that were held after the ancient Olympics.
Feast, big banquet, parties, singing, relaxing with family and friends.
100
Name the three medals given at the Olympics.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze
100
Where were the Olympics held?
Olympia
200
What are the two main events that helped the men get ready for war?
Discus and Javelin
200
Which god is the god of the underworld?
Hades.
200
Name two events that were held in the modern day Olympics after they were done.
Programmes, projects, weekend events, music.
200
What symbol was used to tell that the Olympics began?
They lit the torch
200
When were the modern Olympics held?
1896 A.D.
300
Name three reasons why the Olympics were held other than honoring Zeus.
To get men fit, unite Greek communities, training for war.
300
What was the sacred truce.
That people could travel to Olympia without war.
300
Why weren't married women allowed to go to the ancient Olympics?
Because they could not see other men who are naked.
300
What two crowns were given at the ancient Olympics?
The Crown of Laurel and a crown of olive branches.
300
When were the first Olympics held?
776 B.C.
400
What is the reason for the Olympics?
The reason for the Olympics is to honor Zeus.
400
Name the two gods of arts and crafts.
Athena - Goddess of arts. Hephaestus - god of crafts.
400
When can women partcipate in the ancient Olympics?
If they were unmarried and owned horses.
400
What did the five rinngs stand for?
The five continents.
400
How many years did the Olympics last?
1175 years.
500
Name 7 of the modern day events
Ice hockey, Rowing, Sailing, Archery, Volleyball, Basketball, Wrestling, Badminton, Tennins, Boxing.
500
What kinds of truces do we have today?
To respect the rules of the game, have good sportmanship, to be honest and, not to cheat.
500
What was the difference between the ancient Olympics and the modern Olympics regarding women?
Women could not participate in the ancient Olympics and women participate in almost every event today.
500
What were the five continents?
Asia, Europe, The Americas, Africa, and Oceania
500
Name fiveplaces of where the Olympics were heldin the modern day.
Berlin, Tokyo, Sapporo, London, Sochi, Rio de Janeiro, Turin, Beijng, Los Anngeles, Vancouver, Salt Lake City, Pyeongehang, Lortina d' Ampezzo.