What was the purpose of the original Olympic games?

A.
The Olympics were intended to bring together all the city-states to celebrate their existence.

B.
The Greeks used the Olympics to show their enemies how strong and powerful they were so they wouldn't attack Greece.

C.
The Greeks held the athletic games to honor Zeus, king of the gods.

D.
The Olympics were a tribute to the harvest and a celebration of olive oil and wine.

Question

What was the purpose of the original Olympic games?	
 
 A.
The Olympics were intended to bring together all the city-states to celebrate their existence.
 
 B.
The Greeks used the Olympics to show their enemies how strong and powerful they were so they wouldn't attack Greece.
 
 C.
The Greeks held the athletic games to honor Zeus, king of the gods.
 
 D.
The Olympics were a tribute to the harvest and a celebration of olive oil and wine.

anonymous · Answer

This question is more complicated than it looks. Originally, the ancient Olympic Games were held to represent peace, but also to honor the God of lightning, Zeus. Your question's answers only have the second part of the answer, so I guess it'll have to do. Long story short, your answer is C.

anonymous · Answer

Thank you!!(: