Olympic Games

When were the first ancient Olympic Games believed to have taken place?

• 100 AD

• 200 BC

• 776 BC

• 500 BC

What was the prize for winning an event in the ancient Olympic Games?

• Silver trophy

• Olive wreath or crown

• Gold medal

• Bronze plaque

In which year were the first modern Olympic Games held?

• 1912

• 1896

• 1900

• 1904

How often are the modern Olympic Games held?

• Every 8 years

• Every 2 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 4 years

Who took part in the Ancient Olympic Games?

• Men and women

• Men only

• Women only

• Teenagers only

What do the five Olympic rings represent?

• The five Olympic rings represent the five major sports in the Olympics.

• The five Olympic rings represent the five elements of nature.

• The five Olympic rings represent the five senses.

• The five Olympic rings represent the five continents of the world.

What is the Olympic flame and what does it symbolize?

• The Olympic flame symbolizes the values of peace, unity, and friendship.

• The Olympic flame symbolizes health, education, and justice.

• The Olympic flame symbolizes victory, defeat, and competition.

• The Olympic flame symbolizes wealth, power, and fame.

What is the significance of the Olympic torch relay?

• Represents the start of the Olympic Games

• Symbolizes passing of Olympic spirit and promoting peace, unity, and friendship.

• Used to light the Olympic cauldron

• Marks the end of the Olympic Games

What is the significance of the gold, silver, and bronze medals in the Olympics?

• Gold represents first place, silver represents second place, and bronze represents third place.

• Gold represents third place, silver represents first place, and bronze represents second place.

• Gold represents last place, silver represents first place, and bronze represents second place.

• Gold represents second place, silver represents third place, and bronze represents first place.

Who started the Modern Olympic Games?

• Pierre de Coubertin

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Edison