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A race of over 200 metres was called .

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stadia

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stadium

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elis

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The correct option is B stadium
A race of over 200 metres was called stadium. The term 'stadia' for the measurement of distance came from this eventuality. Races were the only events to be held in the beginning of the Olympic games.

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