Olympic Symbols

Use text for the letter F to answer the following question: Why is the Olympic Flag an important symbol? 1 pt.

• The flag represents unity and peace.

• The flag represents the union of the 5 parts of the world that send athletes to compete in the Olympics.

• The flag represents good sportsmanship in the Games.

• The flag represents the different games at the Olympics.

• Use text for the letter F to answer the following question: According to the text, why is the Olympic Flag an important symbol? Choose 3 choices. 3 pts.

• It shows athletes how to play the games correctly.

• The rings also represent the union of the five parts of the world that send athletes to compete: North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania. Oceania is made up of Australia, New Zealand, and the neighboring islands.

• The rings represent the nations connecting together peacefully.

• It was designed by the first Ancient Greek Olympic judges.

• It was designed by Pierre de Coubertin.

Use text for the letter F to answer the following question: According to the text, who designed the Olympic flag? 1 pt.

• Michael Phelps

• Pierre Coubertin

• Jesse Owens

• Carl Lewis

Use text for the letter F to answer the following question: What is the significance of the mayor of the city the Olympics is held in passing the flag to the mayor of the next city during the closing ceremonies? 1 pt.

• He is passing the flag to mayor of the city the Games will be held in next.

• It is to signify peace and understanding.

• It is to show determination and dedication to the Olympic sport.

• It is to signify the closing of the Games.

Use the text for the letter E to answer the question. Which choices below are sports added to the 2020 Olympics? Select 3 choices. 3 pts.

• softball

• skateboarding

• surfing

• long jump

• gymnastics

Part A: Use the text for the letter J to answer the question. Why does the text call the passing of the Olympic Torch called a Torch Relay and not a Torch Run? 1 pt.

• The Olympic Torch is passed while people are walking.

• The Olympic Torch is passed by boat on the water.

• It isn't always carried on foot.

• It is carried by a variety of students.

Part B. : Use the text for the letter J to answer the question. Which choice below supports your answer to question 6 Part A? 3 pts.

• "The torch relay took place in advance in 1936 Summer Olympics in Germany.

• The torch has been carried by swimmers, skiers, and cyclists.

• "It has traveled by train, airplane, helicopter, horseback . . ."

• "It has also traveled by camel, car, canoe . . ."

• It is brought to the games by the mayor of the city the Olympics are being held.

Use text for the letter J to answer the following question: Which choice below states when and where the first Olympic Torch Relay took place? 1 pt.

• 1940 Summer Olympics in Vietnam

• 1944 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California

• 1936 Summer Olympics in Germany

• 2024 Summer Olympics in France

Use the text “F,” “J,” “M,” “O,” and “Z” from G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet by Brad Herzog to match the information to each other. 5 pts

• The Olympic Oath

• Awarded to the top 3 athletes of the Olympic Games

• Olympic Medals

• Created by Pierre Coubertin.

• The 5 Rings--symbol of the Olympics

• A spectacle that launches the Olympic Games.

• The Opening Ceremony

• In the name of all competitors, I promise we shall take part in these Olympic Games, respecting and abiding by the rules . . .

• The Olympic Flag

• Represent the Union of the 5 parts of the world that send athletes to the Olympic Games

Use the text for the letter Z to answer the following question: Which choice below explains what the Olympic motto: Citius, Altius, Fortius mean?

• Swifter, Higher, Stronger

• Longer, Stronger, Persevere

• Work Hard, Play Hard, Win

• Together we grow