Which of the following was the primary purpose of the Olympic games?

Question

(1 point)
It was a religious event
• where Zeus was honored.
It was a political event
• where Athens and Sparta fought.
It was a social event
• where women built religious shrines.
It was an economic event
• where debts were paid off.

Answer 1

The primary purpose of the Olympic Games was a religious event where Zeus was honored. The Games were held in ancient Greece at Olympia in honor of the god Zeus and included various athletic competitions.