The document provides information about the history and modern Olympic Games in 3 paragraphs and 6 sections. It discusses the origins of the ancient Olympic Games in Greece and their revival in the modern era as a major international event. Key details include that the ancient Games lasted over 1000 years and athletes competed for honor, not material prizes. Today over 200 nations participate in Summer and Winter Games held every 4 years across 35 sports. Sections also profile famous Olympic athletes like Carl Lewis, Michael Phelps, Birgit Fischer, Abebe Bikila, Nadia Comaneci, and Usain Bolt.