Olympic Flame Ceremony

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In the decathlon, which event is held last on the first day?

  • High jump
  • Long jump
  • Shot put
  • 400m (correct)

Which event is NOT part of the heptathlon?

  • Triple jump (correct)
  • 800m
  • Shot put
  • Javelin

What is the longest distance in men's decathlon?

  • 5000m
  • 3000m
  • 1500m (correct)
  • 10,000m

Which event is included in the combined events category?

<p>Pole vault (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many events are there in total in a women's heptathlon?

<p>Seven (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In men's decathlon, which of the following is NOT an event on the first day?

<p>Pole vault (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Olympic flame only being lit by the sun’s rays?

<p>To honor the ancient origins of the modern Olympic Games (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a new torch created for each edition of the Olympic Games?

<p>To symbolize the unity and continuity of each edition of the Games (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Olympic torch relay route from Olympia to the host city of the Games?

<p>To showcase the global reach and spirit of the Olympic Games (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What materials are commonly used to make Olympic medals?

<p>Gold-plated silver, silver, and bronze (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do all medals for a single Olympiad have a common design?

<p>To ensure consistency and fairness in awarding medals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the special requirement for participants in race walking events?

<p>Maintain good form (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which event are competitors penalized for bending the knee or having no foot-to-ground contact?

<p>Race walking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which track event is exclusive to the Men’s Heptathlon?

<p>800m (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance of a marathon typically expressed in kilometers?

<p>42.195km (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field event is common to the Men’s Decathlon and Women’s Heptathlon?

<p>Long jump (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who competes in the 50km race walking event?

<p>Men only (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event involves competitors attempting to outrace each other without running?

<p>Race Walking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the first Olympic Games take place in Athens, Greece?

<p>776BC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for the revival of the Olympic Games in the modern era?

<p>Baron Pierre de Coubertin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events comprises 10 different activities?

<p>Decathlon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for organizing and founding a sports organization in 1890?

<p>Baron Pierre de Coubertin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which track and field multi-event comprises 7 activities and is specific to women?

<p>Heptathlon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first Olympic winner in modern Olympic history?

<p>James Connelly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When were the Olympic rings designed and adopted?

<p>1912 and 1924 respectively (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the five Olympic rings represent?

<p>The five continents involved in the Olympics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which motto is depicted by the Latin words 'Citius, Altius, Fortius'?

<p>'Faster, Higher, Stronger' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced the Olympic motto 'Citius, Altius, Fortius'?

<p>Baron Pierre de Coubertin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the essential message conveyed by the Olympic Creed?

<p>The fight is more important than triumph (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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