Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below, the first and the last (correctly ordered) sentences are numbered 1 and 6, respectively. The rest of the passage is split into four parts and named B, C, D and E. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Choose the correct combination from the given alternatives.

  1. In the ancient times, during the celebration of the games, an Olympic Truce was enacted so that athletes could travel from their countries to the games in safety. B. Politicians would announce political alliances at the games, and in times of war, priests would offer sacrifices to the gods for victory. C. In those days, the prizes for the victors were olive leaf wreaths or crowns. D. The games became a political tool used by city-states to assert dominance over their rivals. E. The Olympics also featured religious celebrations and artistic competitions.
  2. Sculptors and poets would congregate at each Olympiad to display their works of art to would-be patrons. The statue of Zeus at Olympia was counted as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

  1. BCDE

  2. DBCE

  3. CDBE

  4. EBCD

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

those days’ connects C with 1. In D, ‘became a political tool’ is followed by B ‘political alliances’. ‘artistic competitions’ in E and ‘display their works of art’ in 6 are connected.