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History of the CG
History of the CG
What is the frequency of the games?
every 4 years
Where is the opening ceremony of the games in this video?
Birmingham
Who takes part in the games?
members / nations of the Commonwelath
What is the meaning of GAPS?
Gather Adjust Prepare Sustain
When and where were the first games?
in 1930, Hamilton, Canada
Which benefit did the Canadian sprinter get from the games?
kick off his career
Where were the games in 2022?
Birmingham / UK
What's the goal of the GAPS programme?
Prepare athletes and coaches for the Commonwealth games
What was the name of the first games?
The British Empire Games
What are some countries reviewing in taking part in the games?
their relationship with the monarchy
Who is Louise Martin?
President of the Commonwelath Games Federation
Who is the GAPS programme for?
disabled / handicapped athletes
How long do the Games last?
12 days
How does the journalist comment about the friendship between the countries of the Commonwelath?
a friendship with a complicated past
What are the 2 oppotunites Louise Martin got by participating in the games?
take the plane for the first time / get out of the UK
Give 2 benefits of the GAPS programme for the athletes.
more visibility / be more accpeted
Which countries from the Southern hemisphere have always participated in the games?
Australia and New Zealand
What adjective is used to define both Birmingham and the Games?
diverse
Where did the games take place in 2018?
on the Gold Coast (Australia)
Which background are the athletes in the GAPS programme from?
a whole range of different backgrounds