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Who watched the Olympic Games in ancient times?
In ancient times men and single women could watch the games.
What were the Olympic Games in the ancient times?
A celebration to the god Zeus.
What was the name of the Olympic truce in ancient times?
ἐκεχειρία ( Ekecheiria)
What was awarded to the olympic champions during ancient times?
lolliepops
What countries were allowed to participate in the ancient olympic times?
All of them.
When was the first olympic torch used?
According to the New York times article the Olympic torch relay did not become a permanent part of the Olympics till the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games.
Where were the modern olympic games held?
The first Olympic Games of the modern era took place in 1896. They were held in Athens, Greece where they were held in ancient times.
Where were the first original olympic games held in ancient times?
They were held in Olympia, ancient Greece, hence the name for the event, The Olympics. This is also why Greece held the first modern Olympics, why their athletes always come out first in the parade, and why the national anthem of Greece is played at all closing ceremonies.
Why did winners from ancient Olympics get olive branches?
A crown of leaves, known as a laurel wreath, were given to the winners of the Olympic games because of their association with Apollo. He is often represented wearing a laurel wreath around his head.
How many times did the Olympic games take place in ancient Greece?
Every 4 years.
This word starts with a G It is the name of the country where the Olympic Games began in ancient times what is it?
Greece
When were the first Olympic games of modern times?
1896
