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To honor the god Zeus. King of all gods
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What did a gymnasium in Ancient Greece function as?
A gymnasium in Ancient Greece was a place where adult men would train for athletic events. The athletic events were viewed as a tribute to the Greek Gods.
What was the purpose of athleic events in Greece?
The were ceremonies in honour of the gods.
Who were allowed to be athleat in ancient greece?
All free male Greek citizens were allowed to participate in athletic events in ancient Greece, no matter what their social status was. Women were excluded from becoming athletes, but single women could watch athletic events, while married women were forbidden.
How many events are in a decathonlon?
A "decathlon" consists of ten distinct athletic events. Originating in the athletic competitions held in ancient Greece (including the "Olympics"), modern-day decathlon competitions vary in the particular events required of the competitors; for instance, the ten events will differ in men's and women's competitions.
What was the purpose of athletic competition in ancient Greece?
To unite each part of Greece for these one games (Olympics), and to stop all war until the games were over. Just for fun, really. :P
Who invented the olympic games in 1800?
In ancient Greece, the Greeks invented the Olympic Games in honor of their gods. These athletic contests began about 776 BC. The games were held in Olympia, Greece and some of the athletic events included discus throws, running, and wrestling.
What does the laurel branch symbolize?
In Greece it symbolized the victor in athletic events or poetic competitions. In Rome it symbolized a martial (combat) victory. In modern idiomatic usage it refers to any victory.
In ancient Greece why were athletic competitions held?
To honor the gods.
A person who can compete in ten athletic events us called a?
A person who competes in ten athletic events is called a decathlete.
What is an athletic contest consisting of 6 events called?
An athletic event consisting of 7 separate events is called a Septathalon.
What are athletic events called?
Ans: MEET
What are some athletic events?
speed skateing
