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1. How often do the Summer Olympic Games take place?
2. When and where did the original Ancient Olympic Games take place?
3. The modern Olympic Games were started by an organisation called the IOC. What do the letters IOC stand for?
4. The flag of the Olympic Games has five coloured rings joined together. What do the rings represent?
5. The Olympic Flame is a symbol of the Olympic Games. Before the Games start it is carried around the world to where the Games will take place. Where does its journey begin?
6. Medals are awarded for first, second, and third places in Olympic events. What are these medals called?
7. Since 1968, each Olympic Games has had one or more mascots. Which of these mascots is from the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics?
8. Up to, and including, the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, which of these cities has hosted the Olympic Games more than once?
9. Each country taking part in the Olympic Games is identified by a three letter code. Which of these is NOT an Olympic country code?
10. There are many different sports at the Olympic Games; which of these is an official event at the modern Summer Olympic Games?
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