Olympics - Symbols, Motto, Flag, Oath and Anthem

The Olympic Movement expresses its ideals through a set of well-known ceremonial and identity elements. The textbook devotes ten short sub-sections to them, and you should be able to write a short note on each:

• The Olympic Creed - the guiding principle of the Games.
• The Olympic Symbol - the five interlaced rings.
• The Olympic Flag - the rings on a white background.
• The Olympic Motto - Citius, Altius, Fortius.
• The Olympic Emblems - each Games' own design.
• The Olympic Anthem - the Olympic Hymn.
• The Olympic Flame and Torches - the relay from Olympia.
• The Release of Doves - the symbol of peace.
• The Athletes' Oath - the pledge of fair play. …