Ancient and Modern Olympic Games Quiz

When were the ancient Olympic Games first recorded to have taken place?

• 1896 AD

• 776 BC

• 1894 AD

• 393 AD

Who is credited with presenting the idea of reviving the modern Olympic Games?

• Alexander the Great

• Pierre de Coubertin

• Julius Caesar

• Aristotle

Where were the first modern Olympic Games held?

• Paris, France

• Athens, Greece

• Rome, Italy

• London, England

How often does the host city change for the Olympic Games?

• Every 4 years

• Every 8 years

• Every 12 years

• Every 16 years

Which city will host the next Summer Olympics?

• Tokyo, Japan

• Sydney, Australia

• Paris, France

• Los Angeles, USA

In which year were the Winter Olympics first held?

• 1896

• 1924

• 1948

• 1972

How many sports were featured in the most recent Summer Olympics?

• 24

• 32

• 40

• 48

Which country will host the next Winter Olympics?

• Canada

• Norway

• Italy

• Switzerland

How many events were there in the most recent Winter Olympics?

• 109

• 98

• 88

• 76

Do you watch the Olympics with your family?

• YES

• NO