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Which emperor banned pagan practices and effectively ended the ancient Olympic games?
Which emperor banned pagan practices and effectively ended the ancient Olympic games?
When did the modern Olympic games begin?
When did the modern Olympic games begin?
Where did the modern Olympic games start?
Where did the modern Olympic games start?
What are the two types of Olympic games?
What are the two types of Olympic games?
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What is the motto of the Olympics?
What is the motto of the Olympics?
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Study Notes
Olympic Games History and Structure
- Emperor Theodosius I banned pagan practices, which led to the effective end of the ancient Olympic games in 393 AD.
- The modern Olympic Games began in 1896, reviving the ancient tradition in a new format.
- The first modern Olympics took place in Athens, Greece, a city historically associated with the origins of the ancient games.
- The two types of Olympic Games are the Summer Olympics, featuring a wide variety of sports, and the Winter Olympics, focused on winter sports such as skiing and ice skating.
- The Olympic motto is "Citius, Altius, Fortius," which translates to "Faster, Higher, Stronger," emphasizing the spirit of competition and personal improvement.
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Test your knowledge of the history and trivia surrounding the Olympic Games, the world's greatest sporting event. From its ancient origins in Greece to the modern-day spectacle, discover fascinating facts and stories behind this global phenomenon.
