FAMOUS SYMBOLS OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES
V. Ryan © 2004-2022
THE OLYMPIC RINGS |
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When watching the Olympics it is virtually impossible
not to notice the official logo. This is composed of five interlocking
rings coloured - blue, yellow, black, green and red. The colours were
chosen by the logo’s original designer, Pierre de Coubertin, in 1913.
The colours are very important because each of the countries forming the
Olympic Family has one of these colours as part of their national flag,
including the white background. They symbolise the five continents of
Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania |
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THE OLYMPIC TORCH Another recognisable logo / symbol is the Olympic torch. The opening ceremony of the games always includes a runner carrying a torch to a prominent part of the stadium where it is used to light the Olympic Flame. This flame is kept alight for the entire length of the games. Originally, the ancient Greeks lit the Olympic Flame directly from the suns rays at Olympia. |
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THE MEDALS The medals awarded to first, second and third place
are a major feature of the Olympics. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are
awarded. |
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QUESTIONS: 1. Make a list of new awards that athletes could at the next Olympics. For example, a golden javelin - to represent the winner of the javelin throwing competition OR a golden running shoe for the winner of the 100 metres sprint. 2. Draw one of the new awards - use colour and shade. Add notes that explains your thinking behind the design. |
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