ANCIENT OLYMPICS
City and Country where the Ancient Games began
Olympia, Greece
Where or when did the Modern Games begin?
Athens, Greece 1896
Who hosted the Olympic Games before PARIS and when?
Tokyo, Japan, 2021 (because of covid)
2 in 1900 and 1924
During the last Olympic Games, which nation had more medals?
The USA with 126, China was 2nd with 91
Who introduced the modern Olympic Games?
Pierre de Coubertin
Who hosted the 2012 Olympic Games?
How many sports in 2024?
41 + 4
How many medals did France win in Paris OG?
64 MEDALS
Which 4 sports were new?
breaking, climbing, skateboarding, and surf
Which athlete has won the highest number of medals at OG during his/her career?
Michael Phelps (swimming) with 28 medals (23 gold ones)
What did the winner receive?
A crown or wreath of olive branches
What happened during the Mexico city Games and when was that?
in 1968, protests from John Carlos and Tommie Smith on the podium of the 200 m race for black people (Civil Rights Mvts in the USA)
Paris, France
Which edition were these Paris Games?
the 33rd
What is the Olympic motto ?
Faster Higher Stronger (CITIUS, ALTIUS, FORTUIS)
What clothes did the boxers wear?
None, all athletes were naked.
The Summer Games have been held in three (3) different cities in the United States of America. Name them.
St Louis, Atlanta and Los Angeles
How many athletes competed?
10,500 (between 10,000 and 12,000 is ok)
Three Oaths are read at the Opening Ceremony. Who say them?
Athlete, Judge and Coach