FAQ About The Olympics
Why are the Olympic games held every four years?
The Olympic games are held every four years in honour of the ancient origin of the Olympic games which were held every four years in Olympia.
Who revived the Olympic Games?
Pierre de Coubertin launched his plan to revive the Olympic Games in 1894.
What year did the modern era Olympic Games start?
The first games of the modern era Olympic was held in 1896 in Athens.
What does the five Olympic rings represent?
The Olympic symbol expresses the activity of the Olympic movement and represents the union of the five continents and the meeting of athletes from around the World at the Olympic Games.
Are the Olympic medals real gold?
The Olympic gold medal is a combination of 92.5 percent of silver and at least 6 grams of pure gold. The gold is in the plating in the outside of the medal.
What continent have never hosted the Olympic Games?
Africa remains the only continent that has never hosted the Olympic games.
