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The Sochi Winter Olympics began with enthusiasm but many empty seats. Organizers attribute low attendance to strict security measures due to terrorist threats near the unstable Caucasus region. Despite selling over 59,000 tickets, actual attendance was lower, though most stadiums sold over 90% of tickets. Photos showed full stadiums, but the figure skating event, a Russian favorite, had only a third of its 12,000 seats filled. Organizers urge attendees to arrive early, noting the Russian habit of arriving last minute.

What was one of the main reasons for the empty seats at the Winter Olympics in Sochi?

• High ticket prices

• Lack of interest in winter sports

• Strict security measures

• Poor weather conditions

How many tickets were sold for the Winter Olympics in Sochi according to the organizers?

• 59,395

• Less than 50,000

• Around 30,000

• Over 100,000

What percentage of tickets were sold in most stadiums during the Winter Olympics in Sochi?

• Less than 50%

• Around 60%

• More than 90%

• Exactly 75%

What was the attendance like for the figure skating event, a popular sport in Russia?

• Half of the seats were filled

• Only a third of the seats were occupied

• The venue was completely full

• The event was canceled

What did the organizers advise spectators to do to avoid missing events?

• Avoid attending due to security concerns

• Arrive with plenty of time to spare

• Watch the events online

• Buy tickets in advance