History of Soccer (Reading Comprehension)

What ancient cultures played a soccer-like sport over 2,000 years ago?

• Chinese, Greek, and Roman

• Egyptian, Mayan, and Aztec

• Indian, Persian, and Babylonian

• Norse, Celtic, and Saxon

When was England's first football association created?

• 1863

• 1893

• 1903

• 1843

What rule led to the separation between soccer and rugby?

• The ball could not be carried by hand

• The ball must be round

• The game must be played on grass

• The goal must have a net

Which country hosted the 1994 FIFA World Cup?

• United States

• Germany

• Brazil

• Italy

When was Major League Soccer established in the United States?

• 1996

• 1986

• 2006

• 1976

What was the first professional soccer league in England?

• English Football League

• Premier League

• Championship League

• National League

Why did American soccer leagues switch from the term 'football' to 'soccer'?

• To avoid confusion with American football

• To align with European terminology

• To attract more players

• To modernize the sport