FORM 4 WEEK 5: ANCIENT AND MODERN OLYMPICS

The ancient Olympic games started in what country?

• The United States

• Italy

• Greece

The ancient Olympics were only ever held in Greece.

• True

• False

The winners of the ancient Olympics received

• Crowns of olive branches

• Medals

The winners of the modern Olympics receive

• Crowns of olive branches

• Medals

• Money

Where are the modern Olympics held?

• Only Greece

• Only in the northern hemisphere

• All around the world

• Olympia

What do you call a light spear that the competitors can throw a long-distance?

• discus

• javelin

• stade

• hammer

What do athletes throw that looks like a frisbee?

• discus

• javelin

• stade

• hammer

Who is the father of the Modern Olympics?

• Abraham Lincon
• Dodie Smith
• Baron de Coubertin
• Howard Hawks

What two kinds of Olympics are there?

• Summer and Fall
• Summer and Winter
• Winter and Spring
• Fall and Spring

How many years are there in between Winter Olympics?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4