1968 Mexico City Olympics Trivia

Every 1968 Mexico City Olympics trivia quiz on PopQ: 3 quizzes in Olympics. Sample questions and answers below, with a new selection each week.

Sample 1968 Mexico City Olympics questions and answers

What medal did the record-setting long jumper win at the 1968 Olympics?
Answer: Gold
From 1968 Bob Beamon Long Jump World Record
In which city did the medal ceremony protest take place?
Answer: Mexico City
From 1968 Black Power Salute Protest
Which nation did the silver medalist on that podium represent?
Answer: Australia
From 1968 Black Power Salute Protest
How many athletes per nation were allowed in this event in Mexico City?
Answer: 3
From 1968 Fosbury Flop High Jump Debut
Which country did the long jump record-setter represent at the 1968 Olympics?
Answer: United States
From 1968 Bob Beamon Long Jump World Record
In his autobiography, Smith said the gesture was a salute for what?
Answer: Human rights
From 1968 Black Power Salute Protest
The Soviet bronze marked how many straight podiums for that nation in the event?
Answer: 4
From 1968 Fosbury Flop High Jump Debut
Which nation won gold and silver in the men's high jump in Mexico City?
Answer: United States
From 1968 Fosbury Flop High Jump Debut