Women in Sports History Quiz

In which year did women first participate in the Olympic Games?

• 1900

• 1928

• 1948

• 1972

Which Olympic Games introduced women’s athletics?

• 1900 Paris Olympics

• 1928 Amsterdam Olympics

• 1948 London Olympics

• 1996 Atlanta Olympics

What significant change occurred for women in the 1948 London Olympics?

• Women were banned from participating.

• Women could only participate in tennis.

• More opportunities were available for women in athletics, swimming, and gymnastics.

• Women’s football was introduced.

In which year did the London Olympics allow every participating country to send female athletes?

• 2012

• 2008

• 2016

• 2004

What sport was included for women in the 2012 London Olympics?

• Boxing

• Wrestling

• Weightlifting

• Judo

In what year did the Women's Rugby World Cup begin?

• 1991

• 1987

• 1995

• 2000

What percentage of all competitors in the Olympics were women in 1900?

• 2%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

How many events were available for women in the 1948 Olympics?

• 25

• 5

• 50

• 100