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1
When was the Olympics last held in Athens?
1996
2004
1932
1896
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The Ancient Olympic games were first and foremost a religious event.
False
True
3
Where was the first modern olympic games held?
Olympia
Rome
London
Athens
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What was the first olympic sport?
Boxing
Chariot Race
Sword Throwing
Foot Race
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How many countries participated in the first games held in 1896?
14
12
8
5
6
Which country took home the most first place finishes at the first modern olympics?
U.S
Great Britain
France
Germany
7
In what years were the games not celebrated because of the second World War?
1940 & 1944
1936 & 1940
1938 & 1942
1942 & 1946
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The Olympic torch relay made its debut in 1936 and was a Nazi invention.
True
False
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Which year did Women make their debut at the Olympic games?
1916
1952
1932
1900
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Which continent has the Olympic games not been held in?
Australia/Oceania
America
Europe
Africa
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When was the first modern Olympic games held?
1759
1896
1700
1814
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What was the traditional clothing worn by athletes in the ancient games?
Chiton
Himation
Loincloth
No clothing (Nude)
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How often are the Olympics held?
Every 2 years
Every 3 years
Every 4 years
Every 5 years
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What Greek God was the ancient Olympic games dedicated to?
Zeus
Aphrodite
Poseidon
Ares
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What was the number of women who competed at first modern olympics?
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139
267
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