Olympic Games Trivia: Quiz Questions and Answers

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Questions and Answers

Where were the first modern Olympic Games held?

China

Paris

Greece (correct)

France

Who is regarded as the 'Father of the modern Olympics'?

Waldi

Michael Phelps

Miraitowa

Pierre de Coubertin (correct)

When were the first women allowed to compete in Olympic Games?

In 1896

In 1904

In 2000

In 1900 (correct)

What is the Olympic motto?

Citius, Altius, Fortius Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about Beijing and the Olympic Games?

Beijing is the first city to host both Summer and Winter Games Signup and view all the answers

How many sports will be included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?

33 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the mascot of the Beijing Olympics 2022?

Bing Dwen Dwen Signup and view all the answers

Name one new discipline that will be included in the Beijing Games 2022 for the first time?

Big air freestyle skiing Signup and view all the answers

How many Olympic sports will be covered in the 2024 Paris Games?

30 Olympic sports Signup and view all the answers

Where will the events of the Olympics be held in mainland France?

35 venues Signup and view all the answers

What is the new sport that will be held for the second time at the Paris Olympics?

Breaking Signup and view all the answers

When will the Olympic torch be lit in Olympia, Greece?

15 April 2024 Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto of the Paris Olympics?

Games Wide Open Signup and view all the answers

What is the inspiration behind the Paris Olympics logo?

Art deco Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the official mascot of the Paris Olympic Summer Games?

Phryge Signup and view all the answers

Where will the opening ceremony of the Paris Games take place?

Along the Seine River Signup and view all the answers

How often are the Summer and Winter Olympic Games held?

Every four years Signup and view all the answers

Where were the ancient Olympic Games held?

Olympia, Greece Signup and view all the answers

What is the Olympic motto?

Citius - Altius - Fortius Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the founder of the International Olympic Committee?

Pierre de Coubertin Signup and view all the answers

What is the spacing between the Summer and Winter Olympic Games?

Two years Signup and view all the answers

How many times has Paris hosted the Olympic Games?

Three times Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Olympic flame lit?

The Temple of Hera in Olympia Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games?

17 days Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Olympics History

The first modern Olympic Games were held in Greece in 1896.
Pierre de Coubertin is regarded as the 'Father of the modern Olympics'.
The first Olympic medals were awarded in 1904.
The first women were allowed to compete in Olympic Games in Paris in 1900.
The Olympic motto is Citius - Altius - Fortius, meaning Faster - Higher - Stronger.
The Olympic flame is traditionally lit in Greece.

Beijing Olympics 2022

Beijing is the first city to host both Summer and Winter Olympic Games.
The last Olympics held in China were in 2008.
The motto of the Beijing Olympics 2022 is Together for a shared future.
The mascot of the Olympics 2022 is Bing Dwen Dwen.
The main colors of the Olympic logo of the Beijing Olympics are blue, red, and yellow.
There will be 15 Olympic sports included in the 2022 Olympics.
New disciplines included in the Beijing Games 2022 are big air freestyle skiing, women's mono bob, and mixed team events.
Snow sports included in the Olympics 2022 are alpine skiing, ski jumping, nordic skiing, biathlon, and cross-country skiing.
Ice sports included in the Olympics 2022 are ice hockey, figure skating, and curling.

Tokyo Olympics 2020

The motto of the Tokyo Olympics 2020 is Discover Tomorrow.
There will be 33 sports with 50 disciplines included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
New sports included in the Tokyo Olympics 2020 are karate, skateboarding, surfing, and sports climbing.
The mascot of the Tokyo Olympics 2020 is Miraitowa.
The Olympic flame is lit three times for the Tokyo Olympics.
There will be 42 venues for the Tokyo Olympics 2020.

Olympics Facts

The Olympics are held every four years, with Summer and Winter Games spaced two years apart.
The Olympics are held in different countries every time.
Paralympic Games for athletes with impairment are held every four years in the same country that hosts the Olympics.
The original ancient Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece over 2800 years ago, in 776 BC.
The Olympic symbol is shown on the Olympic flag, with five rings in blue, yellow, black, green, and red on a white background.
The Olympic motto is Citius - Altius - Fortius, meaning Faster - Higher - Stronger.

Paris Olympics 2024

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games will be held from 26 July until 11 August in Paris, France.
This is the third time the French capital city Paris hosts the Olympic Games.
The opening ceremony will take place on 26 July 2024 along the Seine River, with visitors and spectators lining up along the banks of the Seine.
The Paris Paralympic Games for athletes with impairment will be held from 28 August until 8 September in Paris.
The official mascot of the Paris Olympic Summer Games is the Phryge, a symbol of the red French cap or hat.
The motto of the Paris Olympics is "Games Wide Open".
The logo of the Paris Olympics is art deco inspired, with the arch as one of the outstanding brand elements of the 2024 Olympics.

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Test your knowledge of the Olympic Games, from its origins in ancient Greece to modern-day events. Learn about the history, symbols, and sports of the Olympics.