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Why were the Olympic games given that particular name?
Well, the Olympic games started in Greece. The Greeks believed that their gods roamed on Mount Olympus. So that is where the name comes from.
What is the name given to the olympic flame bearer?
The Olympic torch bearer.
What awards were given to athletes at the first olympic games and what awards are given today?
the first olympic "medals" was a branch of olive leafs
What is the specific name of Olympic symbol in English?
Olympic games
What medals are given in the Olympic Games?
gold silver and bronze,
What is the Chinese name for olympic games?
olympic games = 奥运会 (ao4 yun4 hui4)
What is the name of mascot Olympic games?
Torchbearer.
Did the colseum in Athens have anything to do with ancient Greek olympic games?
In ancient Greece Olympia was the venue for the games which took their name after this city: The Olympic games. They were not in Athens. The modern Olympic Games are different.
Who named the Olympic games the Olympic games?
The Ancient Greeks held the games at Olympus, Greece, thus giving the name 'The Olympic Games'. In 1894, Pierre de Coubertin wanted to continue the Olympics, and named these modern Olympics the 'Modern Olympic Games'.
What were given to the Olympics games winners?
The original Olympic prize was a laurel wreath.
What are the three types of medals given out at the Olympic Games?
Gold, silver and bronze.
Has Fiji ever hosted the olympic games?
No, Fiji has never hosted the Olympic Games.
