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In which country did the Olympics originate?

Greece

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When were the first Olympic Games held?

776 B.C

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What is the official motto for the Olympics?

Faster, Higher, Stronger

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What are the colors of the Olympic rings?

Blue, yellow, black, green and red

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What do the Olympic rings represent?

The 5 continents from where athletes come: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania

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Which country has hosted the most Olympic games?

The United States, having hosted eight Olympic games.

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How many times did Japan host the Olympics?

Four times. (two summer Olympics and two Winter Olympics)

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Where is the Olympic Torch first lit?

In Olympia, Greece

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Which sports were added to the Olympics this year?

Baseball/Softball, Sport Climbing, Surfing, Skateboarding and Karate

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How many times before have the Olympic Games been cancelled?

Four times: 1916, 1940, 1944 and 2020

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The 1972 Olympics were suspended for 36 hours after a terrorist attack in the Olympic Village. Which city was this?

Munich

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Which famous video game character did Prime Minister Shinzo Abe dress up as to announce the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?

Mario

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How old was the oldest Olympic medal winner?

Swedish shooter Oscar Swahn won a silver medal at 72 years old.

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Approximately how many countries compete in the Olympics?

Just over 200 nations.

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Who is the youngest athlete in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?

Hend Zaza, 12 years old.

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