Legend of the Olympics Flashcards

1

The first modern Olympics were held in 1896

False
True

2

What types of Olympics are there?

Autumn, Spring
Summer, Winter, Autumn
Summer, Winter
Winter, Spring

3

Paralympics is an event for disabled athletes

True
False

4

Olympic symbols DO NOT include

Hymn
A flamingo wearing sunglasses
Motto
Olympic Rings

5

What is the offical declared goal of the games?

To create the most expensive way to watch people run in circles
To figure out which country can spend the most money on fireworks
promoting peace and unity trough sports
To celebrate the dominance of individual countries

6

What did the ancient Olympic athletes wear?

Bikini
Hoodie and sweatpants
Nothing
Togas and sandals

7

Where were the last Summer Olympics held?

Tokio
Moscow
Paris
Brno

8

Which sport does Michael Phelps compete in?

Gymnastics
Fencing
Swimming
Boxing

9

Why did the ancient Olympics end?

An important city state lost and boycotted them
They were banned for its pagan roots
They ran out of olive oil for the athletes to rub on themselves
They were not popular enough

10

One of The main purposes of the games was to honor Olympic Gods

False
True

11

Could free Persian men compete in the ancient games?

No
Yes

12

What sparked the interest for games revival?

Greek indenpendence
Major pagan lobbying
The potential for profit

13

What does the acronym IOC stand for?

Incredibly Outdated Committee
Obsession with Competitions
International Olympic Comitee
Idealistic Olympic Cult

14

How often are the games held?

Every Saturday
They are not held anymore
Every 4 years
Every 5 years

15

Who is this gentleman?

Salvador Dalí
Pierre de Coubertin
Friedrich Nietzsche
Wilhelm II.

Legend of the Olympics

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Legend of the Olympics

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