Welcome to Memory Lane Therapy‘s Olympics quiz for seniors! Let’s celebrate the Olympic Games with this great quiz! Some fun and interesting facts that some seniors might know. Enjoy, learn and play together!
Quiz Benefits for Seniors
Engaging in quizzes can be a delightful activity for seniors in aged care, offering both mental stimulation and social connection. Here’s why:
- Sharpens the Mind: Quizzes act like a mental workout, challenging memory and recall. This helps keep cognitive skills sharp and may even delay age-related decline.
- Boosts Mood: Answering questions correctly triggers the release of dopamine, a feel-good chemical in the brain. This can elevate mood and promote a sense of accomplishment.
- Connects People: Quizzes can be done individually or in groups, fostering conversation and friendly competition. This social interaction helps combat loneliness and isolation, common concerns for seniors in aged care.
- Sparks Joy: Recalling trivia or learning new facts can be genuinely enjoyable. Quizzes provide a lighthearted and stimulating activity that brings a sense of fun and laughter.
Answer the Olympics Quiz for Seniors Now!
Answer the Olympics Quiz now to test your seniors’ knowledge about Olympics!
1. Where was the first Olympic Games held?
Greece
2. What country was the Olympic Games held in 2016?
Rio Brazil
3. How many rings does the Olympic flag contain?
5
4. What do the 5 rings on the Olympic flag represent?
The 5 continents – Africa, Asia, The Americas, Europe and Oceania
5. What color are the Olympic rings?
Blue, yellow, black, green & red
6. Which country has won the most Olympic medals at the games?
USA
7. Which year witnessed the the Munich Olympic Massacre?
1972
8. An Olympic gold medal is made mostly of what metal?
Silver
9. What 3 words is the Olympic motto?
Faster, Higher, Stronger
10. How old was the oldest Olympic medal winner?
Oscar Swahn, aged 72 won a silver medal for shooting. He was from Sweden
11. Which athletes enter last in the parade at the opening ceremony?
The Host country competitors
12. The first team to enter the stadium at every opening ceremony is?
Greece to honor the fact that this country was the first country to host the games and were they began
Continuation:
13. How often are the Olympic Games held?
Every four years
14. What color are the Olympic rings?
Blue, yellow, black, green & red
15. What sporting event is known as one of the oldest sports in the world and is held at every Olympic Games?
Wrestling
16. Who is the fastest swimmer ever?
Michael Phelps
17. Which country is said to have the best gymnasts?
USSR & Russia
18. Why did Bobby Pearce slow down during his rowing race at the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam?
To let a family of ducks pass by in the water (He still won the race by 30 seconds)
19. What did Muhammad Ali known as Cassius Clay at the time wear on his flight to compete in the 1960’s Olympic Games in Rome?
A parachute, he was so afraid to fly. He did win a gold medal
20. The first 12 ancient Olympics only had one event. What was it?
A sprint race of about 200m long across the stadium
21. In which sport do men & women compete as equals?
Equestrian
22. An athlete turned actor who won five gold medals in swimming in the 1920’s starred in 12 movies as Tarzan what was his name?
Johnny Weissmuller
23. What year were women allowed to compete in the Olympic Games?
1900
24. Abebe Bikila from Africa won the Olympic marathon at the Rome Olympic Games in 1960, a marathon of 26 painstaking miles. He was the first African in history to win a gold medal. What was different about him compared to the other runners in the race?
He ran it without footwear
25. The first official Olympic mascot was known as Waldi at the 1972 Olympics in Munich. What was Waldi?
A Dachshund (Sausage Dog)
