Olympic Games History

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March 23, 2026
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  1. 1

    In which city were the first modern Olympic Games held?

    • ALondon
    • BAthens
    • CRome
    • DParis
  2. 2

    What is the significance of the five rings in the Olympic symbol?

    • ARepresent the five original sports
    • BRepresent the five continents
    • CRepresent the five founding members of the IOC
    • DRepresent the five elements
  3. 3

    Which sport was NOT included in the ancient Olympic Games?

    • AChariot racing
    • BWrestling
    • CPankration
    • DMarathon
  4. 4

    Who is credited with founding the modern Olympic Games?

    • APierre de Coubertin
    • BHenri Baillet-Latour
    • CAvery Brundage
    • DJuan Antonio Samaranch
  5. 5

    In what year were the first Winter Olympic Games held?

    • A1932
    • B1928
    • C1936
    • D1924