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Olympics
1. In which city were the first modern Olympic Games held in 1896?
2. What was the only event contested in the very first Ancient Olympic Games?
3. Who is considered the 'Father of the Modern Olympics' for his role in reviving the games?
4. Which two flags did Cathy Freeman carry during her victory lap at the Sydney 2000 Games?
5. What tool did Paavo Nurmi famously use during his races to maintain his pace?
6. In which event did Emil Zátopek win gold in 1952 despite having never competed in it before?
7. What injury did Greg Louganis suffer during the 1988 Seoul Olympics?
8. Why was the marathon distance extended to 26.2 miles at the 1908 London Olympics?
9. Which famous movie character was played by five-time gold medalist Johnny Weissmuller?
10. Which country did the USA defeat in the 'Miracle on Ice'?
11. What do the five rings on the Olympic flag represent?
12. In which city was the first modern Olympic Torch Relay held?
13. What was the profession of Coroebus, the first recorded Olympic champion?
14. In which city were the first televised Olympic Games held?
15. How many gold medals did Jesse Owens win at the 1936 Berlin Olympics?
16. What was the final score of the 'Miracle on Ice' game between the USA and USSR?
17. What sport did Jim Thorpe play professionally that led to his Olympic disqualification?
18. In which Olympic Games was the Gold, Silver, and Bronze medal system first introduced?
19. Philip Noel-Baker is the only person to win an Olympic medal and which other prestigious prize?
20. In which city were the first official Winter Olympic Games held?