Olympic Games Quiz

The winners in the ancient Olympic Games were considered…

When did the modern Olympic Games begin?

• In 1896

• In 1924

• In 1930

• In 280 AD

Which athlete has won the most Olympic medals in history?

• Michael Phelps

• Larisa Latynina

• Usain Bolt

• Zeus

Where did the ancient Olympic Games take place?

• Athens

• Olympia

• Paris

• Rome

The ancient Games were held in the temple to….

• Zeus

• Aphrodite

• Poseidon

• Apollo

How often are the Olympic Games held?

• Every 4 years.

• Every 10 years.

• Every year.

• Once a year.

What is the main goal of the Olympic Games?

• To bring together athletes and spectators from around the world.

• To recognize the best athletes in the world.

• To win gold medals in various sports.

• To build the best stadiums for competitions.

How many athletes participated in the first modern Olympic Games in Athens?

• 280 athletes from 13 different countries.

• Around 3,000 athletes from 44 countries.

• Over 10,000 athletes from various countries.

• There is no information provided.

How many gold medals did Larisa Latynina win in total?

• 9

• 18

• 23

• 43

When and where did the truly modern international Olympic Games start?

• In Athens in 1896.

• In Olympia in Greece over 2,700 years ago.

• In Paris in 1924.

• In Rome in the year 393 AD.