Modern Olympic Games Review
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This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts related to the Modern Olympic Games, including historical events, significant athletes, and themes surrounding gender, politics, and amateurism.
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Modern Olympic Games
A series of international multi-sport events conducted every four years, tracing origins to ancient Greece.
Amateurism
A status indicating that an athlete has never taken part in a competition in return for prize money.
Pierre de Coubertin
Founder of the modern Olympic Games, believed sports build character and citizenship.
Jim Thorpe
An American decathlete and Olympic gold medalist stripped of his medals for violating amateurism rules.
Duke Kahanamoku
A Native Hawaiian swimmer and Olympic gold medalist known for his unconventional training methods.
East German doping program
A systematic approach by East Germany to enhance athletic performance through steroids.
Black Power salute
A gesture of civil rights solidarity made by Tommie Smith and John Carlos during the 1968 Olympics medal ceremony.
1980 Olympic boycott
US-led boycott in response to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, affecting many athletes and international relations.
Avery Brundage
President of the IOC known for strict enforcement of amateurism and controversial support of Nazi Germany.
Caster Semenya
South African runner with a DSD condition central to debates about gender and athletic competition.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating resilience in the face of global challenges.
Caster Semenya
An Olympic athlete whose levels of testosterone have triggered discussions regarding gender identity and sports regulations.
Montreal 1976
The Olympics that saw widespread boycotts due to New Zealand's participation in sporting events with South Africa.
Athens 1896
The inaugural modern Olympics, notable for athletes like Alfred Hajos and the introduction of various swimming events.
The Marathon
A long-distance running event inspired by the ancient Greek legend of Pheidippides.
