Tokyo Olympics Downsize Torch Ceremonies As Coronavirus Precaution

The transcript discusses the traditional Olympic flame relay from Olympia to the host city, highlighting the creative control of the host city over the relay. Due to the coronavirus, planned ceremonies involving Japanese children in Greece and Japan have been canceled. The Olympic flame will be relayed around Japan starting March 26, with the 2020 Olympics scheduled to begin on July 24. The International Olympic Committee remains committed to hosting the games as planned. The transcript also provides current statistics on coronavirus cases, deaths, and recoveries.

What is the traditional route of the Olympic flame relay?

• From the previous host city to the new host city

• From Olympia, Greece, to the host city

• From the host city to Olympia, Greece

• Within the host city only

Why were Japanese children not sent to Greece for the handover ceremony?

• Because of a scheduling conflict

• Because of the coronavirus outbreak

• Due to a change in the relay route

• Due to a lack of funding

When is the Olympic flame relay scheduled to start in Japan?

• July 24

• March 26

• March 19

• April 1

What is the stance of the International Olympic Committee regarding the 2020 Olympics?

• They are moving the games to a different location

• They have decided to cancel the games

• They are fully committed to hosting the games as scheduled

• They are considering postponing the games

How many confirmed cases of coronavirus were reported at the time of the transcript?

• Over 50,000

• Over 75,000

• Over 101,000

• Over 150,000