Ancient Olympics
When did the ancient Olympics begin?
A) 776 BC
B) 620 BC
C) 855 BC
776 BC
The Olympic motto is "Citius, Altius, Fortius", which is Latin for these 3 comparative words.
A) Better, Faster, Stronger
B) Faster, Higher, Stronger
What is "Faster, Higher, Stronger"
Where was the first Summer Olympics held?
Athens, Greece
This team sport is popular in Canada and uses brooms.
What is Curling
Which two cities have hosted the Olympics three times?
A) London/Paris
B) Atlanta/Los Angeles
C) Rio de Janeiro/Berlin
London and Paris
Where were the ancient Olympics held?
A) Paris, France
B) Berlin, Germany
C) Athens, Greece
Athens, Greece
In what year were the Olympics revived?
A) 1900
B) 1896
C) 1734
1896
This event takes place on waves in the ocean.
What is Surfing
A type of ice skating that focuses on form and technique, and is done solo or in pairs.
figure skating
Which material is the Gold medal mostly made of?
A) Gold
B) Silver
C) Plastic
92% Silver
Who could compete in the ancient Olympics?
A) European Men
B) Greek Men/Women
C) Greek Men
Greek Men
About how many countries compete in the Olympics?
200
This event requires hitting a target from far away and is one of the oldest methods of hunting.
What is Archery
Where were the 2022 Winter Olympics held?
A) Vancouver
B) Beijing
What is Beijing, China
During the Parade of Nations at every opening ceremony, which special country always enters last?
What is the host country
Name two of the main events held during the ancient Olympics?
Running, long jump, shot put, javelin, boxing, pankration and equestrian events
What do the five rings of the Olympic Symbol stand for?
A) 5 languages
B) 5 continents
C) 5 countries
The five inhabited continents
This event features masks and special "foils" when pitting two athletes against each other.
What is Fencing
This fast sport is done on a snowy slope.
A) Downhill Skiing
B) Luge
What is Downhill Skiing
Which organization is the governing body of the Olympic Games?
A) International Olympic Committee (IOC)
B) International Olympic Organization (IOO)
International Olympic Committee (IOC)
T or F: A separate festival called the Heraean Games, dedicated to the goddess and wife of Zeus, Hera, was created for women.
True
In which of the Olympic games did the torch relay start for the first time?
A) Athens 2004
B) Berlin 1936
Berlin Games in 1936
What is the newest sport being added to the 2024 games?
A) Breakdancing
B) Surfing
C) Luge
Breakdancing
Kayak cross is also being added.
Where were the 2018 Winter Olympic games held?
A) PyeongChang
B) Vancouver
PyeongChang, Korea
What are the official languages of the games?
What are English and French, plus the language of the host country.