VOICED : Algunos deportistas rusos llegan a Rio otros compiten en casa

The Russian Olympic delegation arrived in Rio amid a doping scandal that limited their participation. The International Olympic Committee allowed federations to evaluate athletes individually. Meanwhile, Russia prepared its suspended athletes and held alternative competitions to showcase their skills.

What was the reason only a fraction of the Russian team was allowed to participate in the Olympics?

• Injury concerns

• Lack of funding

• Visa issues

• State-sponsored doping scandal

Who was given the responsibility to evaluate the Russian athletes individually?

• The athletes themselves

• International federations

• The International Olympic Committee

• The Russian government

What did the Russian Athletics Federation do in response to the suspension of their athletes?

• Appealed to the United Nations

• Sent athletes to another country

• Held their own events in Moscow

• Organized a protest

How many Russian athletes participated in the consolation event?

• 67

• 53

• 30

• 40

What was the purpose of the consolation event held in Russia?

• To raise funds for the athletes

• To select new athletes for the Olympics

• To demonstrate the athletes' strength and resilience

• To train athletes for future competitions