Ancient Olympic Games Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain a chronological understanding of the key events about the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece. They will develop an awareness of the causes of its rise and fall, and the significant consequences of the changes resulting from this time. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Readings


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Olympic Games Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Olympic Games Research.docx
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Option 3: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

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Olympic Games Viewing Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the following video:

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Test your learning



Extension activities