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1. In which year was the first modern Olympics held?

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The first modern Olympics was held in 1896. This marked the revival of the ancient Greek tradition of athletic competitions. The event took place in Athens, Greece, and attracted athletes from 14 countries participating in 43 events. The modern Olympics aimed to promote international friendship and peace through sports, and it has since become a global phenomenon, held every four years with thousands of athletes from around the world competing for gold medals.

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How much do you know about the Olympics, especially London 2012? Also contains fun questions from the crime thriller, ORACLE, which is set in London in the run-up to the Games.
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2. Which of the following apparatus features in both the men's and the women's Gymnastics event?

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Both men's and women's gymnastics events feature the apparatus called the vault. The vault is a piece of equipment that gymnasts use to perform powerful and acrobatic jumps and flips. It consists of a springboard and a vaulting table, which the gymnasts use to gain height and momentum for their routines. The vault is a common apparatus in both men's and women's gymnastics, and gymnasts from both genders compete on it during their respective events.

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3. What are the names of the two London 2012 mascots?

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Wenlock and Mandeville were the official mascots of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Wenlock was named after the town of Much Wenlock, which inspired the modern Olympic Games, while Mandeville was named after Stoke Mandeville Hospital, the birthplace of the Paralympic Games. These mascots were designed to represent the diversity and energy of London and to promote the Olympic and Paralympic values.

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4. In Oracle, a serial killer stalks the streets of London as the city gears up to host the Games. What is his signature?

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5. In the Olympic Rings, what colour is the left-most ring?

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The left-most ring in the Olympic Rings is blue. The Olympic Rings consist of five interlocking rings of different colors, which represent the continents of the world. The colors are blue, yellow, black, green, and red. The blue ring is always positioned on the left side when the rings are displayed horizontally.

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6. Which of the following events will NOT feature in London 2012?

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The events that will feature in London 2012 are BMX Biking, Trampolining, and Tennis. Netball will not be featured in the London 2012 event.

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7. In which part of London is most of the 2012 Games held?

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Most of the 2012 Games were held in the East part of London. The Olympic Park, which was the main venue for the Games, is located in East London. Additionally, other key venues such as the ExCeL London, which hosted events like boxing, fencing, and weightlifting, were also situated in the eastern part of the city.

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8. And finally ... which is Oracle's official release date? :)

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The official release date for Oracle is July 30th.

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9. How many events will Athletics comprise in London 2012?

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Athletics in London 2012 will comprise 47 events.

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10. Which of the following cities did NOT bid for the 2012 Games?

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The question asks for the city that did NOT bid for the 2012 Games. Among the options listed, Paris, New York, and Leipzig all bid for the 2012 Games. Therefore, the correct answer is Capetown, as it did not bid for the 2012 Games.

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11. What does the Olympic Flame symbolise?

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The Olympic Flame symbolizes Prometheus's theft of fire from the Gods. In Greek mythology, Prometheus stole fire from the Gods and gave it to humanity, which brought about progress, civilization, and enlightenment. The Olympic Flame represents this act of defiance and the power of knowledge and enlightenment. It also symbolizes the spirit of the Olympic Games, which aim to bring people together and promote peace, unity, and competition. The flame is lit at the ancient site of Olympia and carried to the host city, where it burns throughout the duration of the Games.

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12. Which of the following Oracle characters is NOT a member of the Lancer family?

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The Oracle character Tom is not a member of the Lancer family.

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In which year was the first modern Olympics held?
Which of the following apparatus features in both the men's...
What are the names of the two London 2012 mascots?
In Oracle, a serial killer stalks the streets of London as the...
In the Olympic Rings, what colour is the left-most ring?
Which of the following events will NOT feature in London 2012?
In which part of London is most of the 2012 Games held?
And finally ... which is Oracle's official release date? :)
How many events will Athletics comprise in London 2012?
Which of the following cities did NOT bid for the 2012 Games?
What does the Olympic Flame symbolise?
Which of the following Oracle characters is NOT a member of...
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