The History of the Olympic Games

The History of the Olympic Games

• to dedicate |ˈdedɪkeɪt| - посвящать
• to pentathlon |penˈtæ θ lən| - пятиборье
• a javelin |ˈdʒævlɪn| - метательное копьё; дротик
• a chariot |ˈtʃæriət| - колесница
• to attend |əˈtend| - посещать, присутствовать
• a wreath |riː θ| - венок
• to abolish |əˈbɑːlɪʃ| - отменять, упразднять
• taekwondo /ˈtaiˈkwɒnˈdoʊ/ - таэквондо
• triathlon |traɪˈæ θ lən| - троеборье

The Original Greek Games

began in ancient Greece took place every fourth year for several hundred years. The earliest record of the Olympic Games goes back to776 BC.

The Original Olympics

The only event was a foot race of about 183 meters. They also included competitions in music, oratory and theatre performances.

The 18-th Olympics

Included wrestling and pentathlon, later Games – chariot races and other sports.

Pierre de Coubertin

Brought the Olympic Games back to life in 1896.