Question

When were the first recorded Olympics held?
(a) 825 BC
(b) 776 BC
(c) 320 BC
(d) 80 AD ​

Answer 1

Answer:

(b)

Explanation:

The first recorded Olympic games were held at Olympia in the Greek city-state of Ellis in 776 B.C

Answer 2

The first recorded Olympics were held in 776 BC. (Option b)

• The first Olympics to be known and recorded took place in Olympia, Southern Greece.
• The Olympics games were formed as a mark of honor to the Greek god Zeus.
• Olympia was the place of worship of the Greek gods.
• Though the Greeks were divided into different sections due to continuous wars, athletes from all these places were allowed to participate in the games.
• Only men had permission to participate in the Olympics at that time.