Paris 2024 Olympics Overview

The video discusses Paris' preparations for the 2024 Summer Olympics, highlighting the city's bid, budget management, and venue selection. It covers the historical context of Paris hosting the Olympics, the development of the Olympic Village, and infrastructure projects. The video also addresses environmental and security challenges, traffic concerns, and the potential impact of the event. Despite challenges, the preparations are relatively smooth, with a focus on long-term benefits and cultural exchange.

What is the expected number of visitors for the Paris 2024 Olympics?

• 25 million

• 10 million

• 15 million

• 20 million

Which city was NOT a competitor in the bidding process for the 2024 Olympics?

• Rome

• Hamburg

• Budapest

• Tokyo

What is one of the unique features of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

• First to be completely carbon neutral

• First to have a budget over $10 billion

• First to include skateboarding

• First to be held in winter

Where will the beach volleyball events be held during the Paris 2024 Olympics?

• Grand Palais

• Les Invalides

• Stade de France

• Eiffel Tower

Which new venue will host badminton and gymnastics?

• Palace of Versailles

• Stade Roland-Garros

• Porte de la Chapelle arena

• Paris Aquatic Center

What is the purpose of the new Olympic Village after the Games?

• To be demolished

• To become a shopping center

• To be repurposed for residential use

• To remain as a tourist attraction

What major environmental project is Paris undertaking for the Olympics?

• Planting a new forest

• Cleaning the River Seine

• Constructing a solar farm

• Building a new stadium

What is a major security concern for the Paris 2024 Olympics?

• Cyber attacks

• Terrorism

• Natural disasters

• Animal attacks

What transportation project was expected to alleviate congestion during the Olympics?

• Increased car rentals

• Expanded taxi services

• Great Paris Express

• New bus routes

What is the expected financial benefit of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

• $5 billion

• $15 billion

• $8 billion

• $11.7 billion