History of the Winter Olympics
Learning Objective
I can describe the history and significance of the Winter Olympics.
Key Concepts
The first Winter Olympic Games were held in France in 1924, due to the popularity of the Summer Olympics.
To date, twelve countries have participated in every Winter Olympic Games, and the United States is the only country to have won a gold medal at every Winter Olympic Games.
The Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA in 2002 was one of the most successful Winter Olympiads in history, relying exclusively on private sponsorship.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Which of the following sports was NOT featured in the first Winter Olympic Games in 1924?
2. Explain why the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City were successful.
3. Discuss the challenges faced by the Winter Olympics Committee in selecting host cities and the steps they are taking to address these challenges.
Educational Video
English World Documentary: Winter Olympics
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