What was the first event in the Ancient Games?
Footrace
When did the Ancient Games take place?
3,000 years ago
What season did the Ancient Olympics take place?
summer
Which Olympics is the sport of Curling in?
Winter
ACTION: Run in place like a Track and Field Olympian!!
So fast!!
What did winners receive?
Olive Branch Crown
Where is the Olympic torch lit?
Olympia, Greece
What is the symbol of the Olympic Games?
the Olympic rings
What place gets a silver medal?
Second
Where were the first Modern Olympic games?
Athens, Greece
How many events did the first Ancient Games have?
One
How often did the Ancient Games take place?
every 4 years
Which Olympics is the sport of Gymnastics in?
Summer
Why did Barron Pierre think the Olympics should start up again?
He believed that sports encouraged peace.
Who were the Ancient Olympics dedicated to?
Zeus
Which event used horses to pull a chariot?
chariot races
ACTION: Jump high like a gymnast!
Wow!
ACTION: Do an Olympic Taekwondo kick!
Amazing!
What happened on the last day of the Ancient Games?
a feast / party
Which medal does third place win?
Bronze
ACTION: Swim like an Olympian!!
Nice arms!!
Who was not allowed to watch the Ancient Games?
married women
What language did they have to speak to participate?
Greek