Olympic Games

In which country did the ancient Olympics originate?

• Canada

• Greece

• Turkey

• Oman

How often did the ancient Olympics take place?

• Once every four years

• When Heracles declared them to happen

• Once in a blue moon

• Every two years

What marked the finish line for all the races?

• An olive tree

• A row of bricks

• A squirrel

• A barbecue

What was presented to the winners?

• A medal

• An olive wreath

• A flower bouquet.

• Some Greek cheese

What do the five rings stand for?

• The number of countries who participated in the 1896 Games

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

• Hula-hoop event

• Flag colors and unity

  Hula-hoop event

The Olympics have never been canceled.

• True

• False

Even though it’s popular, basketball is NOT an Olympic sport.

• True

• False

Which organization looks after the Olympics?

• The United Nations

• President of France

• Greece

• International Olympic Committee

Which country has earned the most Olympic medals overall?

• Great Britain

• China

• The United States

• Japan

English and what other language are the official languages of the Olympics?

• German

• French

• Greek

• Spanish