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History of the CG
History of the CG
When and where did the first games take place? How many athletes took part?
1930 in Hamilton, Canada, 400 athletes
What did Prince Charles see between the countries of the Commonwealth?
friendship
Where did the games take place in 2022?
Birmingham
What is the name of the programme?
GAPS
How often are the games organized?
every 4 years
Give one argument from the sprinter and one from the fan to defend the games.
sprinter: kick off his career / fan: unite people and make no differences
Where were the games in 2018?
The Gold Coast, Australia
Who is the programme for?
disabled athletes and coaches
How long do the games last?
12 days
Give 2 adjectives to define the games positively.
diverse, inclusive
What do people share with the games?
the very best of the Commonwealth, cultures and traditions
Which games is the programme preparing for?
The Commonwealth games
Which countries have always taken part in the games?
Australia, England, Scotland, Canada, New Zealand, Wales
Regarding imperialism, what do some countries do?
re examining their history
What do athletes embody?
Modern Commonwelth, sport, social conscience and impact
Give 3 benefits of the GAPS programme for the athletes.
more visibility, it changes the way disabled athletes are seen, disabled athletes are more accepted
Which countries from the Northern Hemisphere have always taken part in the games?
Canada, Wales, Scotland, England
What are some countries reviewing during the games?
their relationship with the monarchy
Which opportunities did Louise Martin get in participating in the games?
taking the plane and getting out of the UK
What's the problem of the athletes and coaches in their home countries?
they are not supported / they don't have the necessary equipment