Paralympics Quiz

Who was instrumental in the creation of the Paralympic Games?

• Juan Antonio Samaranch

• Baron de Coubertin

• Dr. Ludwig Guttmann

• Pierre de Coubertin

Which of the following is NOT a sport in the Paralympics?

• Paralympic Canoeing

• Paralympic Alpine Skiing

• Paralympic Badminton

• Paralympic Golf

What do the three crescent shapes in the Paralympic symbol represent?

• The three types of disabilities

• The phrase 'I move' in Latin

• The Olympic values

• The continents

Where are the Paralympic Games held in relation to the Olympic Games?

• Only in the host country of the previous Olympics

• In different cities

• Before the Olympic Games

• In the same cities and venues

Approximately how many athletes participate in the Summer Paralympics?

• 4,000

• 1,000

• 2,500

• 6,000