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Introduced in 1913, these interlocking symbols represent the union of the five inhabited continents.

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The rings and the torch are different Olympic symbols with different histories. Source: Olympic symbols ↗

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  1. 04Lit at Olympia and carried by relay, this burns throughout each Olympic Games.RECALL
    Olympic flame

    The Olympic flame is lit at Olympia and carried by relay to burn throughout each Games.

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  2. 05Faster, Higher, Stronger, with Together added later: this Olympic expression of aspiration.RECALL
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    The Olympic motto, 'Faster, Higher, Stronger,' was later expanded to include 'Together.'

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  3. 06This swimmer won eight Olympic gold medals in 2008 alone.RECALL
    Michael Phelps

    Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, with a record eight golds in 2008 alone.

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