Question

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Sports and Greek is a very ancient equation. The Greeks were the first to Standardise the rules of sports and organize them systematically. They started sports competitions of Discus throw, Horse and Chariot Races, Wrestling, and Boxing, etc. The ancient event of Olympic competitions used to be held at Olympia, the ancient Greek city. To be able to participate in the Olympics and be a winner is supposed to be a great honour for sportspersons.

1. In which city were the ancient Olympic competitions held?
2. From which period is the relation of sports and Greeks?
3. Write in your own words about Olympic Games.

Answer 1

1. The ancient event of Olympic competitions used to be held at Olympia, the ancient Greek city.
2. From the ancient period is the relation of sports and Greeks.
3. a. Only Greek men were allowed to compete in the ancient Olympics, which had fewer events than contemporary competitions. There were horse and chariot races, foot races, wrestling matches, boxing matches, discus throws, and pentathlons.
   b. The Greeks established standardized sporting rules, which helped to systematically arrange the competitions.
   c. Every four years are also when the modern Olympic games are staged. A sportsperson's participation in an Olympic medal is a significant honour.