VOICED: Francia suena con sede olimpica

French President François Hollande expressed interest in bidding for the 2024 Olympics, despite France's past unsuccessful bids. He stressed the importance of community and state support, as well as addressing weaknesses in previous bids. France has not hosted the Olympics since 1924, which Hollande sees as a potential advantage. The last failed bid was for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Annecy, which was won by Pyeongchang.

What did François Hollande mention about France's past Olympic bids?

• France has hosted the Olympics every decade.

• France has never bid for the Olympics before.

• France has lost three consecutive bids.

• France has won all its past bids.

According to Hollande, what is necessary for a successful Olympic bid?

• A large budget

• Support and organization

• A new sports complex

• International partnerships

How long has it been since France last hosted the Olympics?

• 100 years

• 50 years

• Almost 90 years

• 20 years

Which city won the bid for the 2018 Winter Olympics?

• London

• Annecy

• Paris

• Pyeongchang

What was the outcome of Annecy's bid for the 2018 Winter Olympics?

• Annecy lost the bid.

• Annecy did not participate.

• Annecy withdrew from the bid.

• Annecy won the bid.