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they where used to show who is more ahletic today they were used to honer ZEUS in greek times

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The Olympics is still relevant in the 21 century, it was held in 2012 at London, and next time will be in Brazil. this tells us that The Olympics will be relevant forever!

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How was the olympic games in ancient Greece the same as today's olympic games?

They both had people in it and judges and prizes


What is the role of athletics in the ancient Olympic Games?

To provide a form of competition.


What are the main problems facing the olympic games today?

The safety of the athletes and visitors to the Olympic Games in the host countries is a huge concern.


Why do athletes compete in olympic games today?

For international fame.


How long is the Olympic games today?

27 July - 12 August


What did the ancient Greeks invent that we still use today?

The Olympic Games.


How is the Olympic games to us today?

The Olympic games are now a commercial enterprise far more than a sporting tournament. It is driven my sales and markets.


Role of female athletes in modern olympic games?

road models for new comers


Is the Olympic flag is passed on to the country that holds the next Olympic games?

yes, It was passed on today to Boris Johnson, Mayor of London.


What awards were given to athletes at the first olympic games and what awards are given today?

the first olympic "medals" was a branch of olive leafs


Which counrties took part in the olympic games?

It varies nowadays. The ancient games were not between countries as we understand them today.


Where is the olympic flame always lit in memory of the olympic games origins?

Greece. The source of the "mother" flame and the Olympics.