CLEAN : British town of Rugby gears up for tournament

The video explores the origins of rugby, highlighting key figures like William Webb Ellis and the development of the running game. It discusses rugby's global impact, especially with the upcoming tournament, and the evolution of the rugby ball from waxed to synthetic materials for better grip and playability.

Who is often credited with the creation of rugby by allegedly catching the ball and running with it?

• Prince of Wales

• Melvin Prince

• TW Wales

• William Webb Ellis

In which decades were there references to rugby in school magazines?

• 1980s and 1990s

• 1950s and 1960s

• 1920s and 1930s

• 1850s and 1860s

What opportunity does the upcoming tournament provide for the town?

• To host international teams

• To promote the town's historical significance in rugby

• To introduce new rugby rules

• To change the rugby ball design

How has the rugby ball changed over the years?

• It is now filled with helium

• It is now made of synthetic material with a grip

• It has become larger and heavier

• It is now square-shaped

Why were the older rugby balls difficult to play with?

• They were too small

• They were too colorful

• They were too light

• They became slippery when waxed