Olympics History and Facts Quiz

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Where were the first modern Olympic Games held?

Rome

Paris

Athens

Greece (correct)

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

Bing Dwen Dwen

Miraitowa

Pierre de Coubertin (correct)

Michael Phelps

When were the first Olympic medals awarded?

In 1904

In 1900

In 1908

In 1896 (correct)

What is the Olympic motto?

Citius - Altius - Fortius Signup and view all the answers

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

33 sports Signup and view all the answers

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

Bing Dwen Dwen Signup and view all the answers

How many Olympic sports will be included in the 2022 Olympics?

15 sports 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 often are the Summer and Winter Olympic Games held?

Every four years Signup and view all the answers

Where were the original Olympic Games held?

Olympia, Greece 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 Olympic motto?

Faster - Higher - Stronger Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Temple of Hera in Olympia, Greece?

It is where the Olympic flame is always lit Signup and view all the answers

When and where are the 2024 Summer Olympic Games being held?

From 26 July to 11 August in Paris, France Signup and view all the answers

How many times has Paris hosted the Olympic Games?

Three times Signup and view all the answers

What do the five rings on the Olympic flag represent?

The five continents of the world Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

It will be held along the Seine River. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the mascot for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games?

Phryge Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the river parade during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

6 km Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

Games Wide Open 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

In how many venues across mainland France will the Olympic events be held?

35 venues 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

Which sport will be included in the Paris Olympics for the second time?

Breaking Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Olympics History

The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece in 1896.
Pierre de Coubertin is regarded as the 'Father of the modern Olympics'.
The first Olympic medals were awarded in 1904.
Women were first allowed to compete in the Olympic Games in Paris in 1900.
The Olympic motto is "Citius - Altius - Fortius", which means "Faster - Higher - Stronger".
The Olympic flame is traditionally lit at the Temple of Hera in Olympia, Greece.

Beijing Olympics 2022

Beijing is the first city to host both the 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 for the first time are big air freestyle skiing and women's mono bob.
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 Games will be held in 42 venues.

Paris Olympics 2024

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games will be held from 26 July to 11 August in Paris, France.
This is the third time the French capital city Paris hosts the Olympic Games.
The opening ceremony of the Paris Games will take place on 26 July 2024 along the Seine River.
The Paris Paralympic Games for athletes with impairment will be held from 28 August to 8 September in Paris.
The official mascot of the Paris Olympic Summer Games is the Phryge.
The motto of the Paris Olympics is "Games Wide Open".
The logo of the Paris Olympics is art deco inspired and features an arch as one of its brand elements.
There will be 30 Olympic sports and four additional sporting events included in the 2024 Paris Games.
The events of the Olympics will be held in 35 venues across mainland France.
Competition for breaking, also referred to as breakdancing, will be held for the second time at the Paris Olympics.
The Olympic torch will be lit in Olympia, Greece on 15 April 2024.

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