From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history.
As hundreds of world-class athletes get started with the 2012 Summer Olympic Games which began last Friday, Patch is celebrating the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week.
We'll post the correct answers in the comments tonight.
- Which author of the seminal book on baby and child care was also a gold medalist.
- Dr. Benjamin Spock
- Dr. Michael Cohen
- C. R. Partridge
- Jane Mattes
2. How long is the route for the marathon event in the 2012 Olympics?
- 8 miles
- 11.2 miles
- 26.3 miles
- 40.6 miles
3. Who lit the torch to start the Games in Atlanta?
- Wayne Gretzky
- Cathy Freeman
- Muhammad Ali
- Ken Henry
4. What is the name of the mascot of the 2012 Games?
- Misha
- Sam
- Izzy
- Wenlock
While Olympic Fun Day has passed, check out the Let’s Move website for ideas on how to get moving and get healthy right where you live.
Also check out our Directory and Events Calendar for listings of places where you can learn and participate in Olympic sports ranging from basketball to karate, gymnastics, swimming and more.
