Multiple choice general knowledge sports

During ancient times, whenever the Olympic Games were to be held, warring states would call a truce during the duration of the contest. This truce is called what?

  1. Diaulus

  2. Halteres

  3. Pankration

  4. Ekecheiria
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Explanation

Ekecheiria was the sacred truce observed during the ancient Olympic Games, allowing safe passage for athletes and spectators traveling to Olympia. The other options are athletic disciplines: Diaulus was a running race, Halteres were jumping weights, and Pankration was a combat sport combining wrestling and boxing.

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