The Olympics
- Question: In what country does the International Olympic Committee have its headquarters?
- Answer: The International Olympic Committee has its headquarters in Lausanne, a city in Switzerland.
- Question: Which swimmer made waves in the 2008 Olympic Games?
- Answer: Michael Phelps won eight gold medals in eight races at the 2008 Olympic Games, more than any other swimmer to that point.
- Question: How often are the Olympic Games held?
- Answer: The Olympic Games are held every four years. The ancient Greeks used to tell time by dating events to various Olympiads.
- Question: Which of these colors is not found on the rings of the Olympic flag?
- Answer: The rings on the Olympic flag are black, blue, red, green, and yellow.
- Question: What is the motto of the Olympics?
- Answer: The Olympic motto is “Citius, altius, fortius” which means “Faster, higher, stronger.”
- Question: Where were the 2008 Olympic Games held?
- Answer: The 2008 Olympic Games were held in Beijing, China.
- Question: What country won Olympic Gold medals in soccer in 2004 and 2008?
- Answer: Argentina became the first team in 40 years to successfully defend an Olympic soccer gold medal in 2008, after winning it in 2004.
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