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In which century did athletes in Homer's poems appear without being naked?
8th century
What was the purpose of infibulation in ancient Greece?
To prevent embarrassing erections
Why was nudity seen as a form of equality in ancient Greece?
Because it eliminated social distinctions
What was the Spartan custom related to nudity?
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How did the Romans view the nudity culture in ancient Greece?
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What was the term used in ancient Greece to refer to the foreskin tie-up?
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What was the order of events in the Pentathlon, according to ancient Roman sources?
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What was the significance of winning the Pentathlon?
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What was the purpose of the pickaxe in the Pentathlon?
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How many throws were competitors given in the Diskos event?
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What was the physique of Pentathlon athletes considered to be?
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What is the primary purpose of using a heavy bag in training?
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What is the significance of Oxys in the context of fighting?
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Why do fighters tend to focus on head punches over body punches?
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What is the difference between Sphairai and other training tools?
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What is the mythological reference mentioned in the text?
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What was the main issue with the Hysplex A starting gate?
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What was the main advantage of the Hysplex B starting gate?
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What was unique about the body-contact sports in ancient Greece?
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How were competitors paired in ancient Greek events?
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What was the significance of wrestling in ancient Greek culture?
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How was the winner determined in ancient Greek wrestling competitions?
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What was the purpose of the judges' purification and oath-taking at the Olympic Games?
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What was the significance of Plato's 'academy' in the context of the Olympic Games?
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What was the purpose of the 'extra-Olympic' contests held at the Olympic Games?
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What was the significance of the parade through the Altis on Day 1 of the Olympic Games?
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What was the purpose of the spectators' ability to challenge and object to competitors during the chariot race?
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What was the emotional response of the audience to Diagoras' victory lap with his sons?
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