CLEAN : CGames: Durban named as historic first African host

CLEAN : CGames: Durban named as historic first African host

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The Commonwealth Games Federation General Assembly awarded the 22nd Commonwealth Games to South Africa, with Durban as the host city. The decision was met with unanimous support, highlighting the potential for building national pride and confirming South Africa's status as a strong sporting nation. The analysis showed many positive outcomes from hosting the games in Africa for the first time, a historic decision fully endorsed by the Commission.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city was chosen to host the 22nd Commonwealth Games?

Cape Town

Johannesburg

Pretoria

Durban

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the reasons for hosting the Commonwealth Games in South Africa?

To build national pride

To increase tourism

To improve infrastructure

To promote local businesses

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the analysis confirm about hosting the Commonwealth Games in Africa?

It will be a cultural exchange

It will be a logistical challenge

It will have many positive outcomes

It will be a financial burden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of hosting the Commonwealth Games in Africa?

It is the first time the Games are held in Africa

It is the largest sporting event in the world

It will be the most expensive Games ever

It will feature new sports

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who endorses the decision to host the Commonwealth Games in Africa?

The International Olympic Committee

The South African Government

The Commission

The United Nations