What ancient civilization started the Olympic Games?
a)
China
b)
Egypt
c)
Rome
d)
Greece
2.
What city did the Olympics originate in?
a)
Athens
b)
Sparta
c)
Olympia
d)
Thebes
3.
The Olympic Games were held in honor of this Greek god:
a)
Nike
b)
Zeus
c)
Hercules
d)
Athena
4.
Select two events that were held in the ancient Olympic Games
a)
Swimming
b)
Short Sprint
c)
Clay Shooting
d)
Wrestling
e)
Archery
5.
How long did the very first Olympic Games last for?
a)
1 day
b)
2 days
c)
5 days
d)
7 days
6.
In Greek mythology, there was a goddess who personified victory. In modern day Olympics, this goddess is still represented by athletes from all over the world. Who is she?
a)
Venus
b)
Zeus
c)
Nike
d)
Athena
7.
The 2004 Summer Olympics' motto was "Welcome Home". Where were the Games held that year?
a)
Sydney, Australia
b)
Atlanta, USA
c)
London, England
d)
Athens, Greece
8.
When were the first ever Winter Olympics held?
a)
1854
b)
1900
c)
1924
d)
1980
9.
Which nation has the highest number of combined Summer and Winter Olympic medals?
a)
France
b)
Russia
c)
USA
d)
China
10.
Which nation has the highest number of medals in the Winter Olympics?
a)
USA
b)
Norway
c)
Switzerland
d)
Austria
11.
There have been four new events added to the 2020 Olympics. Select two of them.
a)
Squash
b)
Sport Climbing
c)
Darts
d)
Skateboarding
e)
Chess
12.
Has Zimbabwe ever won a gold medal at the Olympic Games?
a)
No
b)
Yes
13.
Does Ms. Williams personally know a Zimbabwean gold medal winner?