VOICED: Chicago seeks Olympic glory in 2016

The transcript discusses Chicago's bid to host the 2016 Summer Games, highlighting an endorsement from President Obama. Chicago aims to reduce environmental impact by using existing venues. However, a local poll shows 45% opposition. If successful, it would be Chicago's first time hosting and the ninth time for the US.

Who endorsed Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics?

• U.S. President Barack Obama

• The Governor of Illinois

• The CEO of the Olympic Committee

• The Mayor of Chicago

What is one of the environmental benefits mentioned in Chicago's Olympic bid?

• Reducing the number of events

• Using existing sports complexes

• Building new sports complexes

• Increasing public transportation

What percentage of Chicago residents were against hosting the Olympics according to a local poll?

• 45%

• 30%

• 60%

• 75%

How many times has the U.S. hosted the Olympics before Chicago's bid?

• 9 times

• 7 times

• 5 times

• 8 times

If chosen, what would be significant about Chicago hosting the Olympics?

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in the U.S.

• It would be the first time Chicago hosts the Games.

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in the Midwest.

• It would be the first time the Olympics are held in a major city.