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Timeline of the Olympics: From Ancient Greece to Modern Times

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Where were the inaugural Olympic games held?

Athens, Greece

Delphi, Greece

Sparta, Greece

Olympia, Greece (correct)

Who was the first recorded Olympic champion?

Zeus

Baron Pierre de Coubertin

A cook named Coroebus (correct)

Alexander the Great

What event marked the first Olympic champion in recorded history?

Footrace (correct)

Discus throw

Wrestling

Javelin throw

Who was responsible for ending the ancient Olympics in 394 A.D.?

Emperor Theodosius I Signup and view all the answers

In which year were the Olympics revived in Athens?

1896 Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason behind the revival of the Olympic Games in Athens in 1896?

To promote athleticism and peace Signup and view all the answers

What marked the beginning of the modern Olympics?

The ideals of international peace and sportsmanship Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about Wilma Rudolph's win at the 1960 Olympics?

She overcame polio to win three gold medals Signup and view all the answers

Why was the 1980 Moscow Olympics boycotted by 65 nations?

Due to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics?

It was boycotted by 14 Eastern Bloc countries Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1992 'Dream Team' comprised of?

NBA stars Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the 2004 Athens Olympics?

It marked the return of the Games to their ancient birthplace Signup and view all the answers