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Set 3: Central Ideas

Explanation

Answer: C

PASSAGE

The following text is about the Olympic Games. The ancient Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, every four years to honor the god Zeus. During the games, a sacred truce was declared, halting all wars between participating city-states. This allowed athletes and spectators to travel safely to the games. The Olympics were more than just a sports competition; they were a unifying religious and cultural festival.

What main role did the ancient Olympic Games play beyond sports?

A. They were a method for declaring war
B. They served as a unifying cultural and religious event
C. They were used to choose political leaders✓ Correct
D. They generated money for the city of Athens

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. The text concludes by stating they were 'more than just a sports competition; they were a unifying religious and cultural festival.'

Key Evidence:

• "unifying religious and cultural festival"

• "honoring the god Zeus"

• "truce... halting all wars"

Why others are wrong: A (Opposite (truce halted wars)), C (Not mentioned), D (Inaccurate (held in Olympia, not Athens revenue)).

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