Olympic Games Quiz

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1. Where is the Olympic flame ignited before runners transport the flame to the site of the games?

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The fire is ignited in Olympia, Greece, by using a mirror to concentrate the rays of the sun. Runners transport the flame in a torch relay from Greece to the site of the games.

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The World Book OLYMPIC GAMES Trivia Challenge tests your knowledge on the Olympic Games. Check with World Book Student, and Kids Olympic Games articles for all the answers.

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2. Where did the Olympic Games originate?

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The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece and were held from 776 B.C. to A.D. 393.

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3. The 2012 Summer Olympic Games took place in what city in the United Kingdom?

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London

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4. The Olympic symbol is made up of five rings joined together.  What do they represent?

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The Olympic symbol, created in 1913, consists of five interlocking rings that represent the continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas.

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5. Under the rings is the Olympic motto, the Latin words Citius, Altius, Fortius.  What does it mean in English?

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The words are translated as Swifter, Higher, Stronger.

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6. When did the modern Olympic Games begin?

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The modern games began in 1896. The organisers revived the games to encourage world peace and friendship and to promote healthy sporting competition for the youth of the world.

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7. Which country won the most medals at the 2012 Summer Olympics?

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United States - 46 Gold; 28 silver; 29 bronze, totalling 103 medals.

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8. Which country held the last Summer Olympic Games in 2008?

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Beijing, China in 2008.

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9. Until 1956, all the Olympic Games were held in the Northern Hemisphere.  Which Southern Hemisphere country held the 1956 Summer Olympic Games?

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The 1956 Summer Games were held in Melbourne, Australia, the first to be held in the Southern Hemisphere.

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10. How long does the Summer Olympic Games last?

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The Summer Games are held during the summer season of the host city, usually between July and October, and last 17 days.

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Where is the Olympic flame ignited before runners transport the flame...
Where did the Olympic Games originate?
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games took place in what city in the United...
The Olympic symbol is made up of five rings joined together. ...
Under the rings is the Olympic motto, the Latin words Citius, Altius,...
When did the modern Olympic Games begin?
Which country won the most medals at the 2012 Summer Olympics?
Which country held the last Summer Olympic Games in 2008?
Until 1956, all the Olympic Games were held in the Northern...
How long does the Summer Olympic Games last?
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