United KingdomSociety 29 · A modern society
In which years has the UK hosted the Olympic Games?
- a1896, 1948 and 2012
- b1908, 1948 and 2012Correct answer
- c1908, 1936 and 2012
- d1924, 1948 and 2012
Why?
The UK has hosted the Olympic Games three times, all in London: in 1908, 1948 and 2012. The main site for the 2012 Games was in Stratford, East London.
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