The History of Spectator Sports: A Timeline of Major Events
| Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the history of spectator sports, including major events and their impact on the development of sports as a form of entertainment. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: sports spectator sports history |
Which ancient Greek city-state is credited with hosting the first organized Olympic Games in 776 BC?
What was the primary purpose of the ancient Olympic Games?
Which Roman emperor is credited with building the Colosseum, one of the largest amphitheaters in the ancient world?
What type of entertainment was commonly held in the Colosseum?
Which medieval sport involved knights competing in full armor on horseback?
What was the name of the first modern Olympic Games, held in 1896?
Who is credited with reviving the modern Olympic Games?
Which sport was introduced to the Olympic Games in 1896?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1900?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1904?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1908?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1912?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1920?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1924?
Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 1928?