Tokyo, Japan hosts the 1964 Summer Olympics where United States athlete Bob Hayes wins the gold medal in the 100 meter d

Tokyo, Japan hosts the 1964 Summer Olympics where United States athlete Bob Hayes wins the gold medal in the 100 meter d

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Physical Ed

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video covers the vibrant opening ceremonies of the Olympics, highlighting the lighting of the Olympic flame and the release of 5000 pigeons. It mentions notable figures like Emperor Hirohito and Jesse Owens. The focus then shifts to Bob Hayes, who won the 100-meter dash, earning the title of the world's fastest human. Hayes later became a successful wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marks the beginning of the Olympic Games?

The release of doves

The national anthem

The lighting of the Olympic flame

The parade of athletes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two prominent figures were mentioned as watching the Olympic ceremonies?

Emperor Hirohito and Bob Hayes

Jesse Owens and Carl Lewis

Bob Hayes and Jesse Owens

Emperor Hirohito and Jesse Owens

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What title did Bob Hayes earn after winning the 100-meter dash?

World's fastest human

Olympic champion

Speed king

Track legend

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After his Olympic success, what sport did Bob Hayes excel in?

Basketball

Baseball

American Football

Soccer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which team did Bob Hayes play for in the National Football League?

New York Giants

Dallas Cowboys

San Francisco 49ers

Green Bay Packers