Summer Olympics Quiz

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Social Studies
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3rd Grade
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Medium
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Cara Egan
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20 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
When were the first modern Summer Olympics held?
1896
1900
1920
1936
Answer explanation
The first modern Summer Olympics were held in 1896, making the correct answer choice 1896.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which city hosted the 2016 Summer Olympics?
London
Rio de Janeiro
Tokyo
Beijing
Answer explanation
The city that hosted the 2016 Summer Olympics was Rio de Janeiro, making it the correct choice.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the symbol of the Olympic Games?
A torch
Five interlocking rings
A laurel wreath
A gold medal
Answer explanation
The symbol of the Olympic Games is five interlocking rings, representing the unity of the five continents through sports.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which sport is NOT part of the Summer Olympics?
Swimming
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey
Basketball
Answer explanation
Ice Hockey is NOT part of the Summer Olympics, as it is a winter sport. The other options - Swimming, Gymnastics, and Basketball - are all part of the Summer Olympics.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Who is the most decorated Olympian of all time?
Usain Bolt
Michael Phelps
Carl Lewis
Mark Spitz
Answer explanation
The most decorated Olympian of all time is Michael Phelps.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which country has won the most gold medals in the history of the Summer Olympics?
China
Russia
United States
Germany
Answer explanation
The United States has won the most gold medals in the history of the Summer Olympics.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the name of the ceremony where athletes from all participating countries march into the stadium?
Closing Ceremony
Medal Ceremony
Opening Ceremony
Victory Ceremony
Answer explanation
The name of the ceremony where athletes from all participating countries march into the stadium is the Opening Ceremony.
Tags
DOK Level 1: Recall
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