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What was the only athletic event at the ancient Olympic Games?

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Which event was the only one held at the ancient Olympic Games?

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What modern event is inspired by the celebration to Zeus from Ancient Greece?

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They were called the olympic games!


Why are the Olympic games called Olympic?

They were started in Ancient Greece on Mount Olympus


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