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Questions and Answers
How often were the ancient Olympic games held?
How often were the ancient Olympic games held?
- Annually
- Every decade
- Every century
- Every four years (correct)
What was the purpose of declaring a temporary truce during the Olympic period?
What was the purpose of declaring a temporary truce during the Olympic period?
- To make travel safe for participants and spectators (correct)
- To facilitate trade between Greek states
- To promote cultural exchange among the Greek states
- To allow athletes to train in peace
Who was allowed to participate in the ancient Olympic games?
Who was allowed to participate in the ancient Olympic games?
- Greek males and females
- Greek males only (correct)
- Greek males and slaves
- All Greek citizens, regardless of gender
What was the length of the original Olympic race, and why?
What was the length of the original Olympic race, and why?
Which of the following was NOT an event in the ancient Olympic games?
Which of the following was NOT an event in the ancient Olympic games?
What was the pankration event in the ancient Olympic games?
What was the pankration event in the ancient Olympic games?