People
Who could not participate in the ancient Olympic Games?
Women
Where were the first Olympics?
Greece
What was the winner's prize in the ancient Olympic Games?
A new cloak
Olive wreath
Money
When were the first Olympics?
776 BC
What did the 5 rings represent?
5 parts of the world
Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe
Name a famous female gymnast.
Simone Biles
Where did the modern Olympic Games begin?
Greece
What are the best athletes awarded?
Medals
Where are the Olympics now?
Paris, France
How were the first athletes dressed?
No clothing. They were naked.
What Greek God was honored at the ancient Olympics?
Zeus
Where was the Olympic Flag first used?
Belgium
What is carried from Greece to light the fire at the Olympics?
A Torch
When did the modern Olympic Games begin?
1896
Name 3 of the 5 colors of the Olympic rings.
Red, yellow, green, blue, and black
Who is Michael Phelps?
Famous Gymnast
Famous Soccer Player
Famous Swimmer
Where were the first Winter Olympics ?
France
In 1896 a shepherd won a race called a .......
Marathon
Name two ways the torch can be carried?
Various
Citius, altius, fortius means......
Faster, Higher, Fortitude
Faster, Higher, Stronger
Faster, Altitude, Fortitude
Who was Baron de Coubertin?
Frenchman, introduced modern games
What U.S city was the first to host the Olympics?
St. Louis, Missouri
Los Angeles, California
Atlanta, Georgia
Name the 3 medals given out at the Olympics starting with the highest.
Gold, Silver, Bronze
How many years are there between the modern Olympic Games?
4 years
What does the torch represent?
Peace and Courage
Unity and Support
Peace and Unity