Greece - The Great Panathenaia Flashcards
1
Q
Who could take part in the Panathenaia?
A
Only Athenians and resident foreigners
2
Q
Why was Athena‘s birthday marked the most important part of the year for the city?
A
Athena was the patron goddess of Athens
3
Q
What happened from 566 BC?
A
Every fours years the Panathenaia was expanded to an eight day festival called the Great Panathenaia
4
Q
What were some of the events that would take place at the Great Panathenaia?
A
- Rhapsodic and musical contests
- boys’ and youths’ athletics
- men’s athletics
- equestrian events
- tribal contests
- all night celebration, procession and sacrifice
- apobates and boat race
- prize giving
