CLEAN: Chicago seeks Olympic glory in 2016

Chicago is making a strong case to host the 2016 Summer Games, backed by an endorsement from U.S. President Barack Obama. He promises that Chicago will make America proud if chosen. The city plans to minimize environmental impact by utilizing existing sports complexes and temporary venues. However, a local poll indicates that 45% of Chicagoans oppose the idea. If successful, it would be Chicago's first time hosting the Olympics and the ninth time the Games are held in the United States.

Who endorsed Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics?

• The International Olympic Committee

• U.S. President Barack Obama

• The Governor of Illinois

• The Mayor of Chicago

What is one of the environmental benefits mentioned in Chicago's Olympic bid?

• Reducing the number of events

• Increasing public transportation

• Using existing sports complexes

• Building new sports complexes

What percentage of Chicago residents were against hosting the Olympics according to a local poll?

• 30%

• 75%

• 45%

• 60%

How many times has the U.S. hosted the Olympics before Chicago's bid?

• 8 times

• 5 times

• 9 times

• 7 times

If chosen, what would be significant about Chicago hosting the Olympics?

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in a major city.

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in the U.S.

• It would be the first time Chicago hosts the Olympics.

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in the Midwest.