Olympics History — Set 8
Sports · ओलंपिक इतिहास · Questions 71–80 of 80
In which city were the first Olympic Games held in the Southern Hemisphere?
Correct Answer: C. Melbourne
The 1956 Games were held in Melbourne, Australia, making it the first Southern Hemisphere host. Because of the seasons, the games were held in November and December. It was also the first edition where athletes marched together at the closing ceremony.
Which ancient Olympic athlete is legendary for carrying a bull on his shoulders?
Correct Answer: B. Milo of Croton
Milo of Croton was a famous six-time Olympic wrestling champion. He is said to have developed his strength by carrying a calf every day until it grew into a full-sized bull. His name remains synonymous with superhuman strength in sports history.
The official Olympic anthem was first performed at which modern games?
Correct Answer: C. Athens 1896
The Olympic Hymn, composed by Spyridon Samaras, was first performed at the opening ceremony in 1896. It was officially declared the permanent anthem by the IOC in 1958. It is now played every time the Olympic flag is raised and lowered.
Which metal makes up at least 92.5% of a modern Olympic gold medal?
Correct Answer: C. Silver
Olympic gold medals are actually made mostly of sterling silver with a thin gold plating. According to IOC rules, a gold medal must contain at least 6 grams of pure gold. The last solid gold medals were awarded in 1912.
What is the standard length of an Olympic swimming pool used in the games?
Correct Answer: C. 50 meters
Olympic-sized swimming pools must be exactly 50 meters long and 25 meters wide. They typically have 10 lanes, though only the middle 8 are used for racing. The pool must also have a minimum depth of 2 meters to ensure safety.
Which country's team always marches second to last in the opening ceremony parade of modern games?
Correct Answer: A. The Next Host Nation
According to new rules introduced for Tokyo 2020, the nation hosting the next Olympics marches just before the current host. This is done to promote the upcoming edition of the games. Previously, the order was strictly alphabetical after Greece.
In which city were the first Summer Olympics held with a retractable roof on the main stadium?
Correct Answer: C. Montreal 1976
The Olympic Stadium in Montreal was the first designed with a retractable roof, although it was not fully functional in 1976. Sydney 2000 also featured significant roof structures for its main venues. Modern stadiums now frequently include this feature to prevent rain delays.
Which American president officially opened the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?
Correct Answer: A. Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan opened the 1984 Games, which were significant for being entirely privately funded. This edition set a new commercial model for future Olympic Games. It was also the first time the Summer Olympics were held on the US West Coast.
Which city hosted the first Olympics in Asia?
Correct Answer: C. Tokyo
Tokyo hosted the 1964 Summer Olympics, making it the first Asian city to host the Games. It was a landmark event that showcased Japan's post-war recovery and technological advancement.
In which year were women first allowed to compete in the Olympics?
Correct Answer: B. 1900
Women first competed at the 1900 Paris Olympics in tennis, sailing, croquet, equestrian, and golf. The 1896 Athens Olympics were men-only. Female participation has grown steadily since then.