Observation

Few candidates responded to this question and their performance was below average.

In part (a), majority of the candidates discuss the Greek festival under event.

In part (b), majority of the candidates could not describe the Greek Festival under reward for winning.

In part (c), majority of the candidates could not describe the Greek Festival under requirements from contestants.

The expected answers are as follows:

• DISCUSSION OF THE GREEK SPORTS FESTIVAL

• THE EVENTS INCLUDE:    

• Gymnastics
• Foot races/running
• Throwing of javelin
• Throwing of discus
• Wrestling
• Broad jump/jumping
• Weight throwing
• Boxing
• Chariot races
• Archery
• Horse races

• REWARD FOR WINNING

• Olive branches
• Given reception and honour by being crowned
• A wreath /garland
• A crown of fresh/dry wild celery /pine wreath

• REQUIREMENT FROM CONTESTANTS

• Ten consecutive months training before contesting/ be of perfect physique
• Contestant must be a free man, not a slave
• Must be of good character/not having criminal record
• Takes an oath to be honest during the games / would not use any illegal tactics to win
• Relations of contestants must take part in the oath taking
• Compete in accordance with the rules/explained