1968 Black Power Salute Mexico Olympics

Question 1

What did Tommie Smith wear around his neck during the medal ceremony?

Accepted Answer

A black scarf

Question 2

What color of gloves did Tommie Smith and John Carlos wear during their protest?

Accepted Answer

Black

Question 3

Which country's athlete stood in solidarity with Smith and Carlos by wearing an Olympic Project for Human Rights badge?

Accepted Answer

Australia

Question 4

What was the reaction of the International Olympic Committee to the Black Power salute?

Accepted Answer

They expelled Smith and Carlos from the Games

Question 5

What did Smith and Carlos wear on their feet during the medal ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Barefoot with black socks

Question 6

Who took the famous photograph of the Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics?

Accepted Answer

Annie Leibovitz

Question 7

In which event did Tommie Smith and John Carlos win their medals?

Accepted Answer

200 meters

Question 8

What was the main reason behind the Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics?

Accepted Answer

To highlight racial inequality and human rights issues

Question 9

Who were the two African-American athletes who raised their fists in the Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics?

Accepted Answer

Tommie Smith and John Carlos

Question 10

What did John Carlos wear to symbolize solidarity with blue-collar workers?

Accepted Answer

An unzipped tracksuit top

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