Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Quiz
Can you answer all these questions about Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics?
- 1.
Who was the official opener of the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
Ronald Reagan
- B.
George H. W. Bush
- C.
Peter Barton Wilson
- D.
George Deukmejian
Correct Answer
A. Ronald ReaganExplanation
Ronald Reagan was the official opener of the 1984 Summer Olympics. As the President of the United States at that time, it was customary for the President to officially open the Olympic Games. Therefore, Reagan had the honor of performing this role during the 1984 Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Before 1984, how many Summer Olympics made a profit?
- A.
All Of Them
- B.
One
- C.
Three
- D.
Four
Correct Answer
B. OneExplanation
Before 1984, only one Summer Olympics made a profit. This means that out of all the Summer Olympics held before 1984, only one event was able to generate more revenue than the expenses incurred in organizing the games. The other options (All Of Them, Three, Four) are incorrect because they imply that all or a majority of the Summer Olympics before 1984 were profitable, which is not the case.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who composed the theme for the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
John Williams
- B.
David Kechley
- C.
Carl Stone
- D.
Scott Johnson
Correct Answer
A. John WilliamsExplanation
John Williams is a renowned composer who has composed numerous iconic film scores, including those for Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and Harry Potter. Given his prolific career and expertise in composing memorable and grandiose music, it is highly plausible that he would have been chosen to compose the theme for the 1984 Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many cities bid to host the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
One
- B.
Fifty
- C.
Twenty
- D.
Ten
Correct Answer
A. OneExplanation
Only one city bid to host the 1984 Summer Olympics. This means that there was no competition or selection process involved in choosing the host city for the event. The lack of bidding cities suggests that there may have been specific reasons why other cities did not express interest or were unable to meet the requirements to host the Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How did Bill Suitor arrive to the opening ceremonies of the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
By Horse
- B.
By Jet Pack
- C.
By Parachute
- D.
By Hot Air Balloon
Correct Answer
B. By Jet PackExplanation
Bill Suitor arrived to the opening ceremonies of the 1984 Summer Olympics by Jet Pack.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What became an event at the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
Curling
- B.
Wind Surfing
- C.
Handball
- D.
Tennis
Correct Answer
B. Wind SurfingExplanation
Wind Surfing became an event at the 1984 Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who won the men's gold in archery at the 1984 Summer Olympics?
- A.
Darrell Pace
- B.
Richard McKinney
- C.
Hiroshi Yamamoto
- D.
Tomi Poikolainen
Correct Answer
A. Darrell PaceExplanation
Darrell Pace won the men's gold in archery at the 1984 Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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