Pele's Beautiful Game

Which phrase from paragraphs 9 - 11 helps the reader understand the meaning of the word promote?

• “...the best soccer player of the century.”

• “...two-year contract with the New York Cosmos...”

• “...attracted millions of Americans to the ‘beautiful game...’”

• “...used his fame to help others.”

What can the reader infer about Pelé based on his actions after he retired from soccer?

• He cares about making soccer better for all players in the future.

• He wants all kids around the world to join a soccer team.

• He thinks all soccer players should earn large sums of money.

• He hopes another player breaks all the soccer records he set.

What does the author mean by the phrase “got his first break” in paragraph 4?

• Pelé was injured in a soccer game.

• Pelé was able to begin playing soccer as a young child.

• Pelé was allowed to rest after a soccer game.

• Pelé was given a chance to play soccer at a higher level.

Which word best describes Pelé's impact on soccer?

• A) Minimal

• B) Transformative

• C) Insignificant

• D) Temporary

What does the phrase 'beautiful game' refer to in the context of soccer?

• A) The aesthetic appeal of soccer

• B) The rules of soccer

• C) The physical fitness required for soccer

• D) The financial aspects of soccer

In the sentence, 'Pelé's influence transcended the sport,' what does 'transcended' mean?

• A) Limited

• B) Surpassed

• C) Equaled

• D) Diminished

Which sentence structure is used in the following: 'Pelé, known for his skill, inspired millions'?

• A) Simple

• B) Compound

• C) Complex

• D) Compound-complex

What literary device is used in the phrase 'Pelé's magic on the field'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Hyperbole

• D) Personification

Which of the following best summarizes Pelé's contribution to soccer?

• A) He played for many teams.

• B) He made soccer popular worldwide.

• C) He was a coach.

• D) He wrote about soccer.

What can be inferred about Pelé's character from his dedication to soccer?

• A) He was indifferent.

• B) He was passionate.

• C) He was lazy.

• D) He was uninterested.