Olympic Torch Relay Facts

The flame is a symbol of the spirit of the Olympics.

• The Olympic flame is used to light the stadium.

• The Olympic flame represents the athletes' strength.

• The flame is a symbol of peace and unity.

• The Olympic flame symbolizes the spirit of the Olympics.

Only athletes can carry the torch.

• Only athletes can carry the torch.

• Only officials can carry the torch.

• Only coaches can carry the torch.

• Anyone can carry the torch.

The torch relay is a modern addition to the Olympics.

• True

• The torch relay is only held during the Winter Olympics.

• The torch relay is a tradition that started in the 19th century.

• The torch relay has been part of the Olympics since ancient times.

The torch relay happens only during the summer Olympic Games.

• The torch relay is only for the Paralympic Games.

• The torch relay happens during both summer and winter Olympics.

• False

• True

The torch design has remained the same since it started.

• The torch design has changed significantly over the years.

• True

• The torch design was completely revamped last year.

• The torch design is based on modern technology.

It is the flame, not the torch, that is passed from person to person.

• The flame is a physical object, not an idea.

• The torch is the main source of light in the dark.

• The torch symbolizes guidance and support.

• The flame represents inspiration or knowledge.

The torch relay includes both summer and winter Olympic Games.

• Only summer Olympic Games

• Only winter Olympic Games

• True

• The torch relay is not part of the Olympics

The Olympic torch is lit in Olympia, Greece.

• Olympia, Greece

• Barcelona, Spain

• Rome, Italy

• Athens, Greece

The torch relay is a tradition that started in 1936.

• The torch relay tradition started in 1936.

• The torch relay tradition started in 1948.

• The torch relay was first held in 1924.

• The torch relay is a modern tradition that began in 2000.

The torch is carried by a variety of people, not just athletes.

• The torch is only carried by professional athletes.

• Only Olympic champions carry the torch.

• The torch is carried exclusively by celebrities.

• The torch is carried by a variety of people, not just athletes.