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What Olympic Sports are held today but were not held in the ancient Olympics?
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What are the ancient Olympics games?
They were competitions held between states within ancient Greece similar to today's Olympic Games. Click on the 'Ancient Olympics' below to learn more about them.
What did the athletes have to do in the Ancient Olympics?
All sorts of sports , most aren't available today.
How are the ancient Greeks Olympics different form the modern Olympics of today?
Many of the sports that are in today weren`t included and some were eliminated today like pankration for example.
What were the ancient traditions of the Olympic Games that are still used today?
the Olympics are of course still used today and held every four. In ancient Greece they were held to honor Zeus.
Where is the olympic flame always lit in memory of the olympic games origins?
Greece. The source of the "mother" flame and the Olympics.
How did the ancient Greeks form the Olympics?
Well, the Greeks loved competitions. So they made up a game called the Olympics, which modernized to the sports we have today. The Olympics were not the only competition in Ancient Greece, but the most popular.
How has the ancient Olympics influnced the modern Olympics?
The Greek Olympics were similar to our modern Olympics in the sense that people belonging to every nationality would have the chance to come togethor for a short period of time and take part in a little friendly competition. It was meant to show to all Greeks that through their mutual appreciation of athleticism, they were culturally unified. In a way it was a diplomatic gesture the same way it is today, because it showed that very distinct groups of people could find one thing in common which they could all hold respect for.
What year did the olyplc start?
The Olympics, as we know them today, started in 1896. However, the ancient Olympic Games date back to 776 BC.
What ancient games did the Greeks create that we still celebrate today?
They did the Olympics and the Pentathlon, which is running, Greek wrestling, discus, javelin, and jumping.
What are the Olympic sports do you play today?
There are a huge number of sports played in modern Olympics. In the summer Olympics there is: Gymnastics, soccer, basketball, white water sports, weightlifting, diving, swimming, cycling, jousting, equestrianism, rowing, running. In the Winter Olympics there is: Skiing (numerous types), skating, hockey, etc. These are just some examples.
How many events are in the Olympics today?
300 Olympic Events.
Are any women allowed in the Olympics?
In ancient times, no. But in today's world, definitely. There are events for women to compete in in ALL olympic events, from hockey to pole-jumping.
