Why did the ancient Greeks hold the Olympic games? a) to honor the gods, especially Zeus
b) to honor a visiting Egyptian pharaoh
c) to celebrate the accomplishments of Alexander the Great
d) to celebrate the victory at Marathon over the Persians

A. To honor the gods, especially Zeus

Explanation:

The Ancient Greeks held the Olympic games to honor the Gods, especially Zeus.

The Olympics were not only an athletic event, but it was also a religious event to praise their Gods.

It placed special emphasis on Zeus, for example, 100 oxen would be sacrificed to Zeus in the middle of the day during the games.

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