What country will the 2026 Olympics be held in?
Italy
What month are the Winter Olympics in this year?
February
Which city will NOT host the Olympics this year
Cortina d'Ampezzo
New York
Milan
How often do the Winter Olympics occur?
every 4 years!
How many countries will participate in the games this year?
90+
300
1000
Which is NOT a sport at the winter olympics?
Ice Hockey
Skiing
Snow Jumping
gymnastics
What is the sport where players use a stick and hit a puck on the ice?
ice hockey
What winter sport uses two pieces of wood strapped to your feet to go down a snowy mountain?
skiing
What item travels across the world before every olympic games?
Olympic torch
What event is new to the games this year?
Ski Mountaineering (Ski Mo)
Figure skating
Speed skating
What sport is this?
Luge
Curling
Speed skating
How is Italy focusing on sustainability for these?
Using existing or temporary structures, upgrading existing transportation, using electric shuttles to transport athletes/spectators.
Why do you think Winter Olympics are happening in the mountains of Italy?
Most people think of Italy as having a warm, Mediterranean climate but Northern Italy is cold & snowy. The Alps (northern mountains) get very cold in winter.
Some athletes are very young, and some are older. What does this tell you about the Olympics?
There is something for everyone.
If someone wins a gold medal, how do you think they will feel?
Do you plan on watching the Olympics? If so, what sport are you most interested in?
