VOICED: Olympic joy at last for Pyeongchang and Asia

South Korea secured the Winter Games with a decisive victory, receiving 63 votes. After previous unsuccessful bids, their perseverance paid off. The IOC praised their determination. While France and Germany expressed disappointment, they also showed support for South Korea. Celebrations began in South Korea as they brought the Winter Games back to Asia for the third time.

Which country won the bid for the Winter Games with 63 votes?

• Canada

• France

• South Korea

• Germany

How many times did South Korea bid before winning the Winter Games?

• Once

• Twice

• Three times

• Four times

What did the President of the International Olympic Committee commend the South Korean team for?

• Their sportsmanship

• Their innovative ideas

• Their perseverance and patience

• Their financial investment

What was the reaction of the French to the final voting results?

• They were confident in their estimations

• They were indifferent

• They were surprised by the gap between expectations and results

• They were pleased with the outcome

How did the Germans react to South Korea's victory?

• They decided to withdraw from future bids

• They were upset and refused to congratulate

• They were indifferent

• They showed sportsmanship and expressed a desire to try again