alleryStart learning →What was the only official prize at the ancient Olympic Games?
AA sacred olive wreath
BA golden laurel cup
CA bronze victory shield
DA purse of silver coins
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A sacred olive wreath
Winners received a wreath cut from the sacred olive tree at the precinct of Zeus; wealth came later from sponsors.
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