International Olympic Committee

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the date of foundation?June 23, 1894
2. What is the permanent headquarters?Lausanne, Switzerland
3. Who started the IOC and when?It was started in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin and Demetrios Vikelas. They wanted to bring back the ancient Olympic spirit for modern people.
4. Where is the IOC headquarters located?The IOC's main office is in Lausanne, Switzerland, a city in the Alps.

Olympism: A philosophy that seeks to create a way of life based on the joy of effort, the educational value of good example, and respect for universal ethical principles.
Olympic Charter: The codification of the fundamental principles, rules, and bylaws of the Olympic Movement, adopted by the IOC.
National Olympic Committee (NOC): The organization responsible for representing its country in the Olympic Movement and for selecting and sending athletes to the Olympic Games.
Non-governmental organization (NGO): An organization that operates independently of any government, often focused on humanitarian or social causes.