History of the Olympics

What can you infer from the fact that Olympic events have changed over the years?

When is the Olympic game flame extinguished? 

At the beginning of each Olympics the torch is lit in _______________.

Which of the following are considered winter sports?

True or False: When the Romans conquered Greece they pitted slaves against lions. 

The Winter and Summer Olympics occur every ________ years. 

When did the Olympics start?

Which of the following are considered summer sports?

Who conquered Greece and banned the Olympics?

The Greeks held the Olympics for which Greek God?

What do the Olympic rings represent?

What are the colors of the Olympic rings?

How many rings are on the Olympic Flag?

True or False: 1924 was the first Winter Olympics. 

How many years is it between the Summer and Winter games?

What can you infer from thefact that the winners of theancient Olympics receivedolive branches?

Why were the first modern Olympics held in Athens, Greece?

Where did the Olympics first take place?

True or False: In the beginning women could compete in the Olympic games. 

Which of these modern Olympic events was also part of the ancient Olympics?