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Welcome to the Math Olympic Games!
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The History Behind the Olympic SymbolFive interlocking rings represent the five major
continents of the world.
Colors: blue, yellow, black, green, and red
These colors are special because at least one of them appears in the flag of every nation in the
world!
Rings are joined to remind us of the sporting friendship of all mankind.
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History of the Ancient Games
Traditionally accepted date of the first Olympiad is 776 B.C., however, it is believed that they may have started earlier.
Festivities were held in Olympia, Greece where a stadium and a temple to Zeus were built.
A "Day of games" was held to honor a god or dead hero.
Originally, only males could participate in events like a foot race or stadium race, long distance foot race, wrestling, and
the pentathalon.
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Words are used to build healthy attitudes and winning spirits in preparation for competition.
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The Olympic Flame
The flame is a symbol of peace and is lit first in the temple of Zeus in Olympia.
Thousands of relay runners from many countries carry the torch to the stadium of the city hosting the games.
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Modern Olympic Games
Pierre de Coubertin revived the Olympic games (after they were ceased after 392 A.D.)
"The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have
conquered but to have fought well."
First modern games held in Athens 1896 - 9 countries
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Modern Olympic Games
1988 Olympic Games held in Seoul, South Korea
161 countries; 23 sports; gold, silver, bronze medals
"We swear that we will take part in these Olympic Games in the true spirit of sportsmanship and that we will respect and abide by the rules which govern them for the glory of the
sport and the honor of our country."
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Welcome to the Math Olympic Games!
Key Question:
How closely can you match your estimate and your actual measurement in metric units?
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Congratulations! You have qualified to compete in the Math Olympic Games! Before you participate you will
need to complete the following:
-Get into your groups of 3-4 people-Choose 1 team captain to represent your group (the team captain is responsible for reading each
question to the group)
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Before we begin the games you will be faced with your first task...
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Task #1: Your FlagTo participate in the Math Olympic Games, your team must be
represented by a mathematical flag. You will design your flag with your team based on the following criteria:Each flag must have....
-at least two different geometric shapes
-at least one pattern
-at least one acute, obtuse, or right angle
-at least three colors (at least ONE color must be red, green,
blue yellow, black)
-a team name – your team name must be appropriate and
have something to do with math (example: "The Dominating
Denominators")
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Opening Ceremonies and Team Introductions:
Team:Team:Team:Team:Team:Team:Team:
Members:Members:Members:Members:Members:Members:Members:
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Task #2: The Math Olympic Games
With your team you will compete in a series of mathematical events that will test your mathematical skills, athletic ability,
competitiveness,and ability to overcome adversity.
BEFORE you begin each station, your team captain must READ the directions for the event AND you must ESTIMATE and RECORD your
estimate on your score sheet.
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Score sheet:
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Good Luck, and may the odds be ever in your favor!