*Memorable Moment*The Closing Ceremony*
*Facts About The Olympic Rings*
Did you know? That the Olympic founder was Pierre De Coubertin. He saw 5 interlocking rings on an emblem while he was in Greece and he thought it would make a fantastic symbol for the Olympics. They chose the five rings because they wanted to represent the five continents, interlocking in friendship. They chose blue, black, red, yellow, and green.They were chosen because at least one of these colours is in every continents flag
*David Hemery*Summary*
David Hemery was born on July 18, 1944 in Cirencester. David moved with his family to Bosten in the United States.
In 1968 he won the 400 meter hurdles in the Olympics that was held in Mexico City. He won the 1966 120 yard hurdles. By the time it was 1970 the hurdles were no longer 120 yards they were 110 meters. David came second at the European championships in the 110 meter hurdles.
David took a little bit of time off due to his injury.
In the 1970's he taught at the famous english sports school in Millfield. In 1973 he won the first ever British superstar competition and did so again in 1976.
He wrote his autobiography called "Another Hurdle" in 1976. He has written several books.
At the age of 54 he went on to become first elected president of the U.K. athletics in 1998. He held this post till 2002.
David is now 58 and he teaches his own business management courses and keeps himself fit.
*Acrostic Poem*
Professional Runner
American
A nine time gold medalist
Ran 5000 meter in Finland
Village dispites injuries
Olympic games
New to the Olympics
Unfortunately he was suspended by the Athletic Federation
Represents Finland
Marathon runner
Incredible record holder
*Personal Response* Lights Will Guide You*
The video was really awesome, this inspired me to maybe be in the Olympics when I'm older. I thought it was really cool when one of the torch carriers swam under water with the torch. I was inspired when I saw that because I love to swim.
Their expressions on their faces showed they were happy and excited to be carrying the Olympic Torch. Even some kids were lucky enough to carry the Olympic Torch. This must have been a great experience for the people carrying the flame and the the people who are running with them. Also for the people watching. I like the ending of the video when they show all the mountains and the sun set just going down, that was so beautiful!
*My Olympic Symbol*
*Olympic Question*
1. How many gold medals did Canada win in the last Olympics?
9 gold medals
2. What year did the Olympics start?
1924 in Germany
3. When did the Olympics get mascots?
1972 in Germany
4. Who started the Olympics?
The Ancient Greek
5. What are the most popular sports in the Olympics?
Swimming, gymnastics, long jump, high jump, table tennis, ice skating, triathlon, sprint, volleyball, sailing, judo, fencing, skeet, rowing, cycling. < Top 15 Sports