Where were the first modern Olympic Games held?
Athens
Which country has hosted the most Olympic Games?
United States
The top three countries in the Olympics medal table.
US, China and Japan
What is the official motto for the Olympics?
'Citius, Altius, Fortius'
Where did the Olympic games got the name from?
From mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece.
How many swimming events are there?
16 events
Which country will be hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics?
China
When will the Tokyo Paralympics start?
24th August
What do the Olympic rings represent?
Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceana
What prize was given to winners of the Olympics in ancient Greece?
Olive branch crown
Which Winter Olympic sports were originally part of the Summer Olympics?
Ice hockey and figure skating.
How many medals did Great Britain win in Rio 2016?
27
What sports are new to the Olympics this year? (Name 3)
Skateboarding, surfing, karate and sport climbing
The Olympic Games could be viewed on mobile devices for the first time in which year?
2006
Where was the first modern Winter Olympic games held?
Chamonix, France
The ancient pentathlon event was a combination of which sports?
Discus, javelin, longjump, running and wrestling
What is the lowest-populated country to win a medal at the Summer Olympic Games?
Bermuda
How many sports were featured in the Tokyo Olympics?
33
How many grams of gold are in Olympic gold medals?
Six grams.
In what year did the Olympic flag debut?
When did snowboarding make its Olympic debut?
1998
Where was the first Olympic game with female athletes held?
Paris (1900)
What's the name of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games mascot?
Miraitowa
The Olympic torch is a tribute to the fire that burned throughout the ancient Greek Olympic games honoring which goddess?
Hestia