The wanted to celebrate the god Zeus and show off their bodies because that was a very valued part of life. They believed that since the gods have given them these bodies, they needed to make the most of them and perfect the to the best of their abilities.
The ancient Greeks would hold the Olympic games to honor Zeus. They would come together every four years to honor him.
A celebration to the god Zeus.
to find the next champion or ruler
yes
It was the first place to hold the Olympic games
1964
Because they are the countries that came up with the Original Olympics. Pierre De Coubertin thought it would a be a good way to honor them. That tradition is still alive today, except when Greece host the Olympics, it which that case they enter last.
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.
yes
It was the first place to hold the Olympic games
The first Olympic games were held in Greece as a way to bring people together and show who was better. This was so the people who won could have bragging rights without having countries go to war and kill each other.
cuz they r totally awersum!! rite darr
The Olympic Games were first hold in 1896.
#1. they were the first to hold the very first olympic games #2.
Ancient Greeks were given rights as long as they were white males. They had the right to vote and hold public office, as well as own property.
1900
London, England
NO!!!
2008
The United Kingdom will hold its third olympic games this year