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The Olympics/The Olympic Games (sports expressions) 5



Choose the best response for each sentence.

1. An athlete who does gymnastics is called a ________.
2. If something is "________", it means that it must be done.
3. If something is "________", it means that it doesn't have to be done.
4. An athlete who participates in diving events is called a ________.
5. The Olympic torch will be used to ________ the Olympic Cauldron during the Opening Ceremony.
6. When a country refuses to send its athletes to the Olympics, it means they are "________" the Olympics.
7. Who will ________ ( = sing) at the Opening Ceremony?
8. Official t-shirts, clothing, souvenirs, etc. = Official ________
9. A person who plays volleyball is called a ________.
10. His performance was ________. = His performance was worse than expected.




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