Olympic Games History

When were the first modern Olympic Games held?

• 1920

• 1900

• 1896

• 1936

Which city hosted the first modern Olympic Games?

• Rome, Italy

• Paris, France

• Athens, Greece

• Berlin, Germany

What year did the ancient Olympic Games begin?

• 300 BC

• 100 AD

• 500 BC

• 776 BC

What was the prize for the winners of the ancient Olympic Games?

• A bag of coins

• A golden crown

• A wreath made of olive leaves (kotinos)

• A silver medal

Who revived the modern Olympic Games?

• Marie Curie

• Vincent van Gogh

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Pierre de Coubertin

In what year were women allowed to compete in the Olympic Games?

• 1920

• 1912

• 1896

• 1900

What is the Olympic motto?

• E Pluribus Unum

• Veni, Vidi, Vici

• Carpe Diem

• Citius, Altius, Fortius

What is the significance of the Olympic rings?

• The Olympic rings represent the five elements of nature

• The Olympic rings are a symbol of the five founding members of the International Olympic Committee

• The Olympic rings were designed to represent the five original Olympic sports

• The Olympic rings symbolize the unity of the five continents in the spirit of friendly competition.

Which country has hosted the most Olympic Games?

• China

• Russia

• Brazil

• United States

What is the Olympic flame and its significance?

• The Olympic flame is a marketing gimmick to sell more tickets to the Games

• The Olympic flame is a literal flame that burns throughout the duration of the Games

• The Olympic flame is a symbol of the Olympic Games, representing the positive values that the Games stand for, such as peace, unity, and friendship.

• The Olympic flame is a tradition started by the ancient Romans