Global sporting events

• What impacts are included when considering global sporting events?

  Sporting, social, economic, and political impacts
• Where were the ancient Olympic Games held?

  Olympia, Greece
• During what time period were the ancient Olympic Games held?

  Eighth century BC to fourth century AD
• What is one factor that tarnishes the modern Olympic Games?

  Alleged drug cheats
• Who established the Modern Olympic Games?

  Baron Pierre de Coubertin
• In what year were the Modern Olympic Games established?

  1896
• What aspect of sport did Baron Pierre de Coubertin like when he visited Britain?

  Amateur sport
• What was the philosophy of the Modern Olympics according to Coubertin?

  To bring countries together and provide healthy competition
• According to Coubertin's philosophy, what was considered more important than winning?

  Taking part
• What committee was set up and retained since the establishment of the Modern Olympics?

  The International Olympic Committee
• What are the aims of the Olympic Games?

  • To promote the development of physical and moral qualities.
  • To spread the Olympic principles, creating international goodwill.
  • To bring together athletes in a four-yearly sports festival.
  • To educate young people through sport for better understanding and friendship, building a more peaceful world.
• From what motto is the Olympic value of 'Encourage effort' derived?

  'Citius, Altius, Fortius'
• What does the Olympic value of 'Preserve human dignity' require?

  Mutual understanding with friendship, solidarity, and fair play
• What role does sport have according to the Olympic value of 'Develop harmony'?

  In the development of human harmony
• What does the Olympic value of 'Respect' entail?

  Respect for countries, cultures, individuals and the rules
• How is the Olympic value of 'Respect' reinforced?

  Teachers and coaches ensure a friendly environment
• What is a key aspect of the Olympic value of 'Excellence'?

  Achieving the best of your ability
• Where can the Olympic value of 'Excellence' be strived toward?

  In education and sports
• What does the Olympic value of 'Friendship' promote?

  Friendly competition and team spirit
• At what level of competition is the Olympic value of 'Friendship' often lost?

  Elite level
• What is the Olympic value of 'Courage' often shown through?

  Personal sacrifice to achieve sporting goals
• What demonstrates the Olympic value of courage?

  Athletes pushing to finish events
• Besides sporting achievements, how else can courage be exemplified?

  Putting needs aside to help others
• What is the Olympic value of 'Determination' exemplified by?

  Perseverance to succeed despite obstacles
• What does high levels of motivation encourage?

  Sticking to the task in hand
• What does the Olympic value of 'Inspiration' focus on?

  Role models inspiring the next generation
• Why do athletes become role models during the Olympics?

  Due to their high status
• What does the Olympic value of 'Equality' emphasize?

  Equal opportunities in a spirit of inclusivity
• What should the Olympic Games be for all competitors?

  Fair, with equal chance to succeed
• What is the explicit message of the Olympic value of equality?

  Anyone can compete equally and fairly
• When was the British Olympic Association (BOA) formed?

  1905
• What is one of the responsibilities of the BOA?

  Planning Team GB's participation
• What does the BOA provide for Team GB?

  Support before and during the Games
• How is Team GB selected by the BOA?

  From the best sportsmen and women
• What type of support services does the BOA deliver to Britain's Olympic athletes?

  Extensive support services
• What is another responsibility of the BOA besides supporting athletes?

  Developing the Olympic movement
• How is the BOA funded?

  Commercial sponsorship and fundraising
• What do Olympic organizations like the BOA help to do?

  Educate the public about the Olympics
• When was the International Olympic Committee (IOC) created?

  1894
• What does the IOC own?

  The Olympic symbol and the Games