When did the early Olympic games start?
In 776 BC
Where were the ancient Olympic games held?
Olympia
What were ancient Olympic athletes given for winning an event?
An olive wreath
How long did the Ancient games last at first?
1 day
This event was a fight that was a combination of boxing and wrestling that really didn't have too many rules.
Pankration
This event had five different events for contestants to compete in.
Pentathlon
Why is the Roman emperor Theodosius famous?
He ended the ancient Olympic games.
Who could compete in Ancient Greece?
Greek Men Only
Who did the Olympic Games originally honor?
Zeus
How many winners were there in Ancient Greece?
1
Did the Ancient Greeks have a Winter Olympics?
No
How often are the Olympic Games held?
Every 4 years
What do the Olympic rings represent?
Continents
What was the first event in the ancient Olympics?
Wrestling
Boxing
Running
Which Roman emperor banned the Olympics?
Emperor Theodosius
When did the modern Olympic games restart in Athens, Greece?
In AD 1896
