Question

Which of the following was the primary reason the Olympic Games were held?

Answer 1

The correct answer is: A. The Olympic Games were held to honor the God Zeus. These games started in Ancient Greece as part of religious festivals, first Olympic games were held in the city of Olympia, near a sanctuary. Greeks believed that the whoever was champion of each sport would be closer to the Gods. The price was just a crown of leaves (there were no medals). Only after the games gained a lot of popularity throughout the continet, they brought unity between cities and fame to the athletes.

Answer 2

A. To honor Zeus. All Greeks had a belief in many gods, they had a common language, and they had the same literature. Another uniting feature developed in 776 B.C. when the first Olympic ® Games were held in the valley of Olympia in the city-state of Ellis. At first only foot races took place; then many other sports were added, including chariot racing. The games were named for the home of their gods.