Olympic Sports

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Which sport made its Olympic debut in 1896?

  1. Cycling

  2. Swimming

  3. Tennis

  4. Gymnastics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cycling was one of the nine sports included in the first modern Olympic Games held in Athens in 1896.

What is the most successful country in the Summer Olympics in terms of total medals won?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Russia

  4. Great Britain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United States has won the most medals in the Summer Olympics, with over 2,500 gold medals and a total of over 10,000 medals.

Which sport has the largest number of events in the Summer Olympics?

  1. Swimming

  2. Athletics

  3. Gymnastics

  4. Wrestling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Athletics, also known as track and field, has the largest number of events in the Summer Olympics, with over 40 medal events.

Which sport was introduced to the Winter Olympics in 1924?

  1. Bobsleigh

  2. Figure Skating

  3. Ice Hockey

  4. Ski Jumping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bobsleigh was one of the four sports added to the Winter Olympics in 1924, along with figure skating, ice hockey, and ski jumping.

Which country has won the most medals in the Winter Olympics in terms of total medals won?

  1. Norway

  2. Germany

  3. Russia

  4. Canada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Norway has won the most medals in the Winter Olympics, with over 1,300 medals, including over 300 gold medals.

Which sport has the largest number of events in the Winter Olympics?

  1. Alpine Skiing

  2. Biathlon

  3. Cross-Country Skiing

  4. Nordic Combined


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alpine skiing has the largest number of events in the Winter Olympics, with over 10 medal events.

Which sport made its Olympic debut in 2000?

  1. Taekwondo

  2. Triathlon

  3. Beach Volleyball

  4. Softball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taekwondo was one of the two sports added to the Olympic Games in 2000, along with triathlon.

Which sport was removed from the Olympic Games after 1904?

  1. Tug of War

  2. Polo

  3. Cricket

  4. Roque


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tug of war was an Olympic sport from 1900 to 1904, but it was removed from the program after the 1904 Games.

Which sport was added to the Olympic Games in 2016?

  1. Golf

  2. Rugby Sevens

  3. Skateboarding

  4. Surfing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Golf was one of the two sports added to the Olympic Games in 2016, along with rugby sevens.

Which sport has the most mixed-gender events in the Olympics?

  1. Sailing

  2. Shooting

  3. Equestrian

  4. Fencing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sailing has the most mixed-gender events in the Olympics, with six events where men and women compete together.

Which sport is known as the 'King of Sports'?

  1. Football

  2. Cricket

  3. Tennis

  4. Basketball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Football is often referred to as the 'King of Sports' due to its global popularity and widespread participation.

Which sport is known as the 'Queen of Sports'?

  1. Track and Field

  2. Swimming

  3. Gymnastics

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Track and field is often referred to as the 'Queen of Sports' due to its ancient origins and its fundamental role in the development of athletics.

Which sport is known as the 'Beautiful Game'?

  1. Football

  2. Cricket

  3. Rugby

  4. Hockey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Football is often referred to as the 'Beautiful Game' due to its aesthetic appeal, skillful play, and unpredictable nature.

Which sport is known as the 'Gentleman's Game'?

  1. Cricket

  2. Golf

  3. Tennis

  4. Polo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cricket is often referred to as the 'Gentleman's Game' due to its traditional values of fair play, sportsmanship, and respect for opponents.

Which sport is known as the 'Sport of Kings'?

  1. Horse Racing

  2. Polo

  3. Equestrian

  4. Show Jumping


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horse racing is often referred to as the 'Sport of Kings' due to its historical association with royalty and aristocracy.

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