In 776 BC, the first Olympic Games were held at the foot of Mount Olympus to honor th
The Greeks attached so much importance to these games that they calculated time in four-year cycles called “Olympiads” dating from 776 BC
1.Which of the following is NOT true?
A.The winners placed olive wreaths on their shoulders.
B.The games were held in Greece every four years
C.Battles were interrupted to participate in the games.
D.Poems glorified the winners in song
2.Why were the Olympic Games held?
A.To stop wars.
B.To honor Zeus
C.To crown the best athletes.
D.To sing songs about the athletes
3.Approximately how many years ago did these games originate?
A.800 years.
B.1200 years.
C.2300 years.
D.2800 years
4.Which of the following contests was NOT mentioned?
A.Discus throwing.
B.Boxing.
C.Skating.
D.Running
5.What conclusion can we draw about the ancient Greeks?
A.They like to fight.
B.They were very athletic
C.They liked a lot of ceremonies.
D.They couldn’t count, so they used “Olympiads” for dates