The Olympics
By Hailey 8J
The Creation Of The Olympic Games
The Olympic Games held today are based off of the ancient Olympic Games. The ancient Olympic Games where held in Olympia, Greece, from 8th century B.C. to 4th century A.D. Many changes to the games have been made since then. Some of which are the addition the winter games, and also the paralympic games, for disabled athletes. The Olympics take place every two years, the summer and winter games alternating.
Olympics
This is a picture taken in Vancouver from the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Medals
These are the silver, gold, and bronze medals from the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
Team Canada
This is Sidney Crosby on team Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver playing against team U.S.A.
Athletes In The Games
About 13 000 athletes attend the games every time they take place. About 200 nations participate, all of which are represented by their athletes. There are currently 33 different sports, and 400 events in all. The person placing first in his or her event/sport, receives a gold medal, second place receives silver, and third place goes home with bronze. Only the professionals from the participating countries go to the games, so winning a medal is something to be extremely proud of.
Usain Bolt Wins 200m Final -- London 2012 Olympics
Usain Bolt
This is Usain Bolt winning the 200m final at the London Summer Olympics in 2012.
Sochi
The next Winter Olympics will take place in Sochi, Russia, this year.