MG22 U8 Sporting Life Lesson 1 -Fascinating Olympic Facts Quiz

When did the ancient Olympic Games begin?

• 490 BCE

• 776 BCE

• 393 CE

• 1896 CE

Who was the youngest person to ever compete in the Olympics?

• A Greek runner

• Dimitrios Loundras

• Pierre de Coubertin

• Pheidippides

What material makes up most of an Olympic gold medal?

• Pure gold

• Bronze

• Silver

• Copper

How is the Olympic torch traditionally lit?

• Using matches

• With an eternal flame

• Using sunlight and a special mirror

• By the host country's leader

True or False: The marathon event was named after a Greek city.

• True

• False

Which unusual event was NOT part of the Olympics at any point?

• Live pigeon shooting

• Swimming obstacle race

• Horse dancing

• Tug of war

What happens when a new Olympic sport is added?

• Nothing special is required

• A sport must be dropped

• The IOC must vote

• Countries must agree unanimously

Who founded the International Olympic Committee?

• A Greek athlete

• An American sportsman

• Pierre de Coubertin

• Dimitrios Loundras

True or False: The first Olympic medals were gold.

• True

• False

How long was Pheidippides' historic run?

• 42 kilometers

• 50 kilometers

• 21 kilometers

• 15 kilometers