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The Olympic Games: From Ancient Greece to Today

SheelonHistorySocial StudiesEnglishGrades 6-8Published Aug 5, 2026

The rings, the torch, the motto and the athletes who defined the Games. A history quiz that works in a PE lesson and a history lesson alike.

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  1. In which country were the ancient Olympic Games held?

    Multiple Choice · 20s

    AItaly
    BEgypt
    CGreece
    DTurkey

  2. Where were the first modern Olympic Games held, in 1896?

    Multiple Choice · 20s

    AAthens
    BParis
    CLondon
    DRome

  3. The five Olympic rings stand for the five continents that take part.

    True / False · 20s

    TRUE
    FALSE
  4. How long is an Olympic marathon?Multiple Choice · 20s
  5. Which swimmer has won more Olympic gold medals than any other athlete?Type Answer · 30s
  6. Why were the Games of 1916, 1940 and 1944 not held?Multiple Choice · 20s
  7. The Olympic torch is lit at the stadium on the day of the opening ceremony.True / False · 20s
  8. What does the Olympic motto 'Citius, Altius, Fortius' mean?Multiple Choice · 20s
  9. Which Games were postponed by a year and held in 2021?Multiple Choice · 20s
  10. Which Jamaican sprinter won the 100 metres at three Olympics in a row?Type Answer · 30s

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