History
Where did the Ancient Olympics hold?
The Ancient Olympics were held at Olympia, one of the sacred places of the ancient god Zeus.
The Games at Paris did not have a stadium, however, this was the first time women took part in the games.
What are the Youth Games?
Youth Games help to develop young athletes for the Olympic Games and it is stated in 2010.
True or False: The first Games held under the IOC was hosted in the Panathenaic stadium in Athens in 1896.
True.
Who is responsible for choosing the host city for each Olympic Games?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC).
True or False: The Olympic Games were held every four years.
True.
In what years the Olympics had art competitions?
Between 1912 and 1948 art competitions were a part of the Olympics.
Between what age years the athletes can compete for Youth Games?
Athletes between the ages of 14 and 18 compete.
How many events did the first Games compete in?
43
True or false: The host city for an Olympic Games is chosen seven years ahead of the event.
True.
When and where did the first "modern" Olympics happen?
The first "modern" Olympics happened in 1896 in Athens, Greece.
Why there were the Winter Olympics?
The Winter Olympics were created for snow and ice sports that were not part of the Summer Games.
Who created the Youth Olympic Games?
The Youth Olympic Games were created by IOC president Jacques Rogge in 2001.
How many nations and athletes joined in the first Olympic Games (1896 Games)?
14 nations and 241 athletes.
How is the host city elected?
The host city is elected by a majority of the votes cast by secret ballot.
Why did the Olympic Games cancel in 1916, 1940, and 1944?
World War I and World War II led to the cancellation of the 1916, 1940, and 1944 Games.
In what year was the Winter Olympics first held?
1924
When did the Youth Olympic Games approve?
It was approved during the 119th meeting of the IOC (International Olympic Committee).
Who paid for the 1896 Games?
Zappas and his cousin Konstantinos Zappas had left the Greek government money to fund future Olympic Games. This money was used to pay for the 1896 Games.
How many votes does each active member have?
Each active member has one vote.
How are people celebrate the Games?
The celebration of the Games includes many rituals and symbols, such as the Olympic flag and torch, as well as the opening and closing ceremonies.
How many days did the first Winter Olympics last?
A winter sports week (actually 11 days) was held in 1924 in Chamonix, France.
When and where did the first Youth Games host?
The first Summer Youth Games were held in Singapore from 14–26 August 2010.
Who paid for the refurbishment of the stadium in preparation for the Games?
George Averoff
How many Olympic Games are held in the United States?
The United States has hosted four Summer and four Winter Olympics