Olympic Games Quiz
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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When did the modern Olympic Games begin?
- A.
1968
- B.
1698
- C.
1896
Correct Answer
C. 1896Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The Olympic symbol is made up of five rings joined together. What do they represent?
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The five continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas.
- B.
The five primary colours.
- C.
The colours of the all the flags.
Correct Answer
A. The five continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas.Explanation
The Olympic symbol, created in 1913, consists of five interlocking rings that represent the continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Under the rings is the Olympic motto, the Latin words Citius, Altius, Fortius. What does it mean in English?
- A.
Swifter, Higher, Stronger
- B.
Fair Play
- C.
Messenger of peace
Correct Answer
A. Swifter, Higher, StrongerExplanation
The words are translated as Swifter, Higher, Stronger.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Where is the Olympic flame ignited before runners transport the flame to the site of the games?
- A.
Rome, Italy
- B.
Olympia, Greece
- C.
London, England
Correct Answer
B. Olympia, GreeceExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where did the Olympic Games originate?
- A.
Ancient Rome
- B.
Ancient Greece
- C.
Ancient Egypt
Correct Answer
B. Ancient GreeceExplanation
The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece and were held from 776 B.C. to A.D. 393.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games took place in what city in the United Kingdom?
- A.
London
- B.
Manchester
- C.
Birmingham
Correct Answer
A. LondonExplanation
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- 7.
Which country held the last Summer Olympic Games in 2008?
- A.
Greece
- B.
China
- C.
Australia
Correct Answer
B. ChinaExplanation
Beijing, China in 2008.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which country won the most medals at the 2012 Summer Olympics?
- A.
United States
- B.
China
- C.
Russia
Correct Answer
A. United StatesExplanation
United States - 46 Gold; 28 silver; 29 bronze, totalling 103 medals.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How long does the Summer Olympic Games last?
- A.
18 days
- B.
20 days
- C.
17 days
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C. 17 daysExplanation
The Summer Games are held during the summer season of the host city, usually between July and October, and last 17 days.Rate this question:
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Until 1956, all the Olympic Games were held in the Northern Hemisphere. Which Southern Hemisphere country held the 1956 Summer Olympic Games?
- A.
New Zealand
- B.
Australia
- C.
Brazil
Correct Answer
B. AustraliaExplanation
The 1956 Summer Games were held in Melbourne, Australia, the first to be held in the Southern Hemisphere.Rate this question:
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