Women at Olympia

Only men, boys and unmarried girls were allowed to attend the Olympic Games. Married women were not allowed into the Olympic Games. Women could own horses in the chariot race though.

Unmarried women had their own festival at Olympia every four years. This was the Heraia, held in honour of Hera, wife of Zeus. Women could compete in running races, though only unmarried girls took part. Winners were awarded crowns of sacred olive branches, the same as men.

Answer these questions

1) What amazed people about the Temple of Zeus?

· The lighting inside

· The statue of Zeus

· The number of steps leading up to it

2) Whe did the Olimpic Games begin?

· 1956

· 1986

· 1896

3) What did winning athletes receive?

· A wreath

· A medal

· A sheep

4) Which of these was not an ancient Olimpic Game?

· Running

· Jumping

· Skating

5) Why was there a Sacred Truce?

· So people could travel to Olympia safely

· So the athletes wouldn`t kill one another

· So the gods would not spoil the games with a storm

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