Telstar Soccer Ball Design and History

Telstar Soccer Ball Design and History

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video explores the evolution of the soccer ball, focusing on the iconic black and white Telstar design. It highlights the challenges faced during the 1966 World Cup due to the reddish-brown ball's visibility on TV. The 1970 World Cup introduced the Telstar, which improved visibility and performance. This design became synonymous with soccer and influenced future models, including the Telstar 18 used in recent World Cups.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the iconic soccer ball with black and white panels?

Nike Ordem

Adidas Tango

Mitre Delta

Telstar

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the Telstar's initial creation?

To improve player performance

To increase ball speed

To enhance TV broadcast visibility

To reduce production costs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the ball used in the 1966 World Cup difficult to see on TV?

It had too many colors

It was too shiny

It was reddish-brown

It was too small

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major change in the soccer ball design for the 1970 World Cup?

It had a checkered design

It was heavier

It was made of leather

It was larger in size

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the 32 panels of the Telstar ball benefit players?

Made its path more predictable

Improved its color

Increased its size

Made it lighter

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key reason for the Telstar's black and white design?

To make it more durable

To make it more aerodynamic

To make it easier to see on TV

To make it lighter

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For how long did the black and white Telstar design remain popular?

Over four decades

Over a decade

Over two decades

Over three decades

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the soccer ball used in the World Cup in Russia?

Mitre Ultimax

Nike Mercurial

Adidas Finale

Telstar 18

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many pieces does the Telstar 18 use to form its shape?

Four

Five

Six

Seven