Olympic games competition
How high is the net used in men's Sitting Volleyball? a) 1.05m b) 1.15m c) 95cm
1.15 metres.
Over how many centuries had the Olympic Games been held before they were banned?
12 centuries
In which year were the first modern Olympic Games held?
1896
In which year were women first allowed to compete in the modern Olympic Games?
1900 - the second modern Olympic Games
When was the Olympic Flag first flown?
1920, at the Olympic Games in Antwerp
When were the first Paralympic Games held?
1960
Name three of the sporting venues being used for events outside of London.
2 Old Trafford, St James' Park, Brands Hatch, Eton Dorney, City of Coventry Stadium, Hadleigh Farm, Hampden Park, Lee Valley White Water Centre, Millennium Stadium, Weymouth and Portland
How much does a Table Tennis ball weigh? a) 2.7 grams b) 5 grams c) 7.2 grams
2.7 grams.
How many sports were there at the London 2012 Paralympic Games?
20
How many sports were there at the London 2012 Olympic Games?
26
What is the full distance of the Marathon in miles and yards?
26 miles 385 yards
What date did the Paralympic Games start?
29 August 2012
How fast can players throw the 1kg weighted goalball? a) 40 miles per hour b) 60 miles per hour c) 110 miles per hour
60 miles per hour
How many days does the Olympic Torch Relay last?
70 days.
In which year is it widely believed that the first Olympic Games were held?
776 BC
During the Games what is the maximum capacity of the Olympic Stadium?
80 000
How many Torchbearers carried the Olympic Flame on its journey around the UK?
8000 bearers.
In Judo the contest immediately ends when a player is awarded a maximum score called? a) A Judoka b) A Kano c) An Ippon
An Ippon.
What did competition winners receive as prizes?
An olive wreath and a palm branch, as well as a red ribbon
Which London 2012 Olympic Park venue was designed by architect Zaha Hadid?
Aquatics Centre.
Kelly Holmes, a runner, 34, form Britain won both the women's 800m and 1500m titles.
Athens, 2004
In which city were the first modern Olympic Games held?
Athens, Greece
Michael Johnson, a runner from the USA set 200m and 400 m records.
Atlanta, 1996
Derek Redmond of Great Britain, a swimmer tore a hamstring while swimming. His father left the stands to help his son over the finish line, to a standing ovation from the crowd.
Barcelona, 1992
What was the name of the person who revived the Olympic Games?
Baron Pierre de Coubertin
Usain Bolt of Jamaica, a runner set a 100 m record under 10 seconds. (9.69 sec).
Beijing, 2008
Which family of sports does Boccia belong to? a) Shooting b) Boules c) Boxing
Boules
How did the 'hoplitodromos' differ from the other running events contested?
Competitors wore armour and carried shields in 'hoplitodromos'.
Who was the Artistic Director for the London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony?
Danny Boyle.
Which Olympic sport is Tom Daley famous for?
Diving.
True or false: Women were only allowed to watch the ancient Olympic Games?
False. Women were excluded from the games.
What does the Olympic Motto 'Citius, Altius, Fortius' mean?
Faster, Higher, Stronger.
Which Olympic event begins when a jury director orders 'en garde'?
Fencing.
How many players compete in each team in a game of Wheelchair Rugby? a) Four b) Five c) Six
Four players.
In how many continents must a sport be played before the IOC considers making it an Olympic sport for men?
Four.
Which sport uses the terms Rudolph, Fliffus and Barani?
Gymnastics - Trampolining
The first Opening Ceremony was held at the 1908 Games but which city was the host?
London
Carl Lewis, a runner and jumper of the USA won the 100m, 200m, 4x100m Relay and the Long Jump.
Los Angeles, 1984
Nadia Comaneci, a gymnast got a perfect ten - the first time a perfect 10 the Games.
Montreal, 1976
Alan Wells, a British runner won the 100 m final according to the photo-finish.
Moscow, 1980
Russia beat the USA in the men's Basketball final.
Munich, 1972
Where is the Olympic Torch lit before making its way to the Host City for each Games?
Olympia, Greece
Where, and in which country, were the ancient Olympic Games held?
Olympia, Greece
How many days is the Modern Pentathlon conducted over?
One single day
Which city was the first to host the Olympic Games twice: Paris, London, Athens or Berlin?
Paris
Which city is hosting the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2016?
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Which Olympic Games were the first to be televised worldwide?
Rome, 1960
Which is the only Olympic sport where the competitors cross the finish line backwards?
Rowing
Who was the Chair of the London 2012 Organizing Committee?
Seb Coe.
Greg Louganis of the USA, a diver hit his head on the diving board yet won gold.
Seoul, 1988
What Athletics field event consists of a crouch, shift, thrust and release?
Shot put.
For how long will Paralympic sailors compete in their bid for a medal? a) Two days b) Four days c) Six days
Six days.
What is the Paralympic Motto?
Spirit in motion.
What was the correct name for a running race at the ancient Olympic Games?
Stades: a stade was run along the track diaulos (two stades) dolichos (between 7-24 stades)
Where was the birthplace of the Paralympic Games?
Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire
In which country is the International Olympic Committee headquarters based?
Switzerland
Steve Redgrave, a rower won his fifth gold in successive Games.
Sydney, 2000
Name the five events which made up the ancient Olympic Pentathlon.
The Pentathlon was made up of: Long jump,discuss, javelin, running and wrestling
Who banned the Olympic Games in 393AD?
The Romans (Emperor Theodosius)
What do the Olympic Rings represent?
The five participating continents, (Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania).
And how many continents for women?
Three.
How many Cycling gold medals did Chris Hoy win at the Beijing 2008 Games?
Three.
How many disciplines does Equestrian have? What are they?
Three; Dressage, Jumping and Eventing
True or false: live pigeon shooting was once an Olympic sport?
True. It featured at the 1900 Paris Games
Before 2012, how many times had London hosted the Olympic Games?
Twice - 1908 and 1948
How many times is the ball allowed to bounce in Wheelchair Tennis? a) Once b) Twice c) Three times
Twice.
What are the names of the London 2012 mascots?
Wenlock and Mandeville
Which Greek god were the Games held in honour of?
Zeus
