Olympics
In which country did the Olympics originate?
Greece
When were the first known Olympic games held?
776 B.C.
The first modern Olympics were held in what year?
1986
Where were the first modern Olympic Games held?
Athens, Greece
Who is credited with starting the modern Olympic games?
Baron Pierre de Coubertin
What is the official motto for the Olympics?
“Citius, Altius, Fortius”
What does “Citius, Altius, Fortius” mean in English?
“Faster, Higher, Stronger”
What colors are the Olympic rings?
Blue, yellow, black, green and red
What do the Olympic rings represent?
Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceana
When were the first winter Olympics held?
1924
Where was the first winter Olympics held?
Chamonix, France
The first opening ceremony for the Olympics was held in which city?
London
What prize was given to winners of the Olympics in ancient Greece?
Olive branch crown
Which country has hosted the most Olympic Games
United States
How long a distance was the first Olympic marathon?
25 miles
Who wrote the lyrics for The Olympic Hymn?
Kostis Palamas
Who wrote the music for The Olympic Hymn?
Spyros Samaras
How many athletes participated in the first modern Olympics?
280
In 2016, which sport made the Olympic roster for the first time since 1924?
Rugby
When were women first permitted to compete in the Olympics?
1900
Zimbabwe participated in the Winter Olympics for the first time in which year?
2014
Table tennis made its Olympic debut in which year?
1988
The Olympic torch is a tribute to the fire that burned throughout the ancient Greek Olympic games honoring which goddess?
Hestia
The first American fencing gold medal was awarded in which Olympic Games?
Athens in 2000
South Africa participated in which Olympic Games for the first time since 1960?
1992