Olympic Games Quiz

The original Olympic Games were held every third year in honor of God Zeus

• true

• false

Answer explanation

The original Olympic Games were held every fourth year, not third.

Where did the original Olympic Games take place?

• A) Sparta

• B) Athens

• C) Olympia

• D) Rome

Answer explanation

The original Olympic Games took place in Olympia.

Greek women were forbidden to watch and participate in the ancient Olympic Games.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Greek women were forbidden to participate in and watch the ancient Olympic Games.

Who banned the original Olympic Games in 394 AD?

• A) Alexander the Great

• B) Emperor Augustus

• C) Emperor Theodosius

• D) Julius Caesar

Answer explanation

He banned the original Olympic Games in 394 AD

The modern Olympic motto, "Citius, Altius, Fortius", was introduced in 1924.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The motto "Citius, Altius, Fortius" was introduced in 1924.

What was the purpose of the festival where the original Olympic Games were held?

• A) To celebrate Greek independence.

• B) To honor God Zeus.

• C) To honor the Greek heroes.

• C) To honor the Greek heroes.

Answer explanation

The festival was held in honor of God Zeus.

What does the Olympic motto "Citius, Altius, Fortius" mean?

• A) Faster, Taller, Stronger

• B) Swifter, Higher, Stronger

• C) Stronger, Braver, Faster

• D) Higher, Faster, Braver

Answer explanation

This is the translation of "Citius, Altius, Fortius."

In what year did the modern Summer Olympic Games begin?

• A) 1894

• B) 1896

• C) 1924

• D) 1900

Answer explanation

The modern Summer Olympic Games began in 1896.

Who founded the International Olympic Committee (IOC)?

• A) Emperor Theodosius

• B) Baron Pierre de Coubertin

• C) Alexander the Great

• D) Julius Caesar

Answer explanation

Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee.

When were the Winter Olympic Games created?

• A) In the 19th century

• B) In the 20th century

• C) In the 18th century

• D) In the 21st century

Answer explanation

The Winter Olympic Games were created during the 20th century.