Olympic Games History Quiz

Where were the first Olympic Games held?

• Rome

• Greece

• Athens

• Sparta

In which year did the modern Olympics kick off?

• 1896

• 1936

• 1900

• 1920

How many nations participated in the 1896 Olympics?

• 20

• 14

• 10

• 25

When did women first participate in the Olympics?

• 1928

• 1920

• 1900

• 1896

What was given to winners before medals were introduced?

• Certificates

• Trophies

• Olive leaf

• Gold coins

Why were the 1908 Olympics moved to London?

• Volcanic eruption

• War

• Flood

• Earthquake

Which Olympics introduced the Olympic flag?

• 1912

• 1924

• 1920

• 1928

Who became the oldest Olympic medalist in 1920?

• Usain Bolt

• Tommy Smith

• Michael Phelps

• Oscar Swan

Which year were the Winter Olympics first included?

• 1920

• 1932

• 1924

• 1928

Which Olympics were the first to be televised?

• 1936

• 1932

• 1940

• 1928