Exposing the Hypocrisy of the 1936 Berlin Olympics

What was the main controversy surrounding the 1936 Berlin Olympics?

• The Olympics were held during World War II.

• The Olympics were only open to European countries.

• After Berlin had been chosen as the site for the Olympics, Nazis had come to power.

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What did Jesse Owens achieve at the 1936 Berlin Olympics?

• He was the first Black athlete to compete in the Olympics.

• He was disqualified from the games.

• He broke or matched world records in four events.

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Why did some Americans want to boycott the 1936 Olympics?

• Because of the Nazi's persecution of Jews.

• Because the Olympics were too expensive.

• Because the games were not televised.

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What was the reaction of the German people to the Olympic athletes?

• They ignored the athletes.

• They warmly welcomed the athletes.

• They were hostile towards the athletes.

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What was the significance of Jesse Owens' performance in the 1936 Olympics?

• It showed that athletic ability knows no race or politics.

• It was the first time an American won a gold medal.

• It was the first time the Olympics were held in Germany.

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How did President Roosevelt respond to Jesse Owens' success?

• He awarded Owens a special medal.

• He ignored Owens and other Black athletes.

• He invited Owens to the White House.

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What did Jesse Owens say about his success in Berlin?

• He was disappointed with his performance.

• He expected to win more medals.

• He found it difficult to realize his achievements.

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What did the International Olympic Committee do in response to concerns about the 1936 Olympics?

• They canceled the games.

• They moved the games to another country.

• They ensured no discrimination against athletes.

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What was one of the challenges Jesse Owens faced before the Olympics?

• He sustained injuries to his back.

• He was banned from traveling to Germany.

• He had no support from his teammates.

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How did companies respond to Black athletes after the 1936 Olympics?

• They offered them numerous endorsement deals.

• They ignored them for advertising promotions.

• They featured them on cereal boxes.

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