Soccer Comprehension and Vocabulary Quiz

Why is soccer called “the simple sport”?

• It has simple rules

• It is easy to score goals

• Anyone can play it, no matter their age or background

• It is only played in the United States

Which country has had a team in every World Cup final?

• England

• Brazil

• South Korea

• Zambia

Where was soccer played thousands of years ago?

• Only in Europe

• In China and many other parts of the world

• In South America only

• Only in Egypt and Rome

What makes soccer so popular worldwide?

• It is expensive and rare

• It has only professional players

• It can be played anywhere with simple equipment

• It is only watched, not played

When will South Africa host the World Cup?

• 1958

• 2002

• 2010

• 1929

Which two countries hosted the World Cup in 2002?

• Brazil and Argentina

• South Korea and Japan

• England and France

• Zambia and South Africa

England started a soccer team in ________________. But ________________ formed a team later, in 1929.

• 1929, 1872

• 1872, Zambia

• 1929, Brazil

• 1872, South Korea

What continent is England on?

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

• South America

What continents are South Korea and Japan on?

• Europe

• South America

• Asia

• Africa

What continent is Zambia on?

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

• North America