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WorksheetsPelé
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
1. Who is Pelé and why is he famous?
A Brazilian politician known for his social reforms
A famous Brazilian actor
A Brazilian soccer player considered one of the greatest of all time
A Brazilian musician known for his samba compositions
What were the other accomplishments of Pelé besides soccer?
Olympic gold medalist in track and field
Successful actor and musician
Published author and philanthropist
Coach
What was Pelé's childhood like and how did he first start playing soccer?
Born into a wealthy family, he joined a prestigious soccer academy
Grew up in poverty, started playing soccer using a makeshift ball made of socks
Raised by a single mother, started playing soccer after winning a local tournament
Grew up in a middle-class family, started playing soccer in school
How did Pelé get his nickname and did he like it at first?
He received the name from a school friend, and he didn't like it initially
It was given to him by his teammates, and he loved it from the start
He received the name from a coach, but it took time for him to embrace it
He chose the nickname himself, as a tribute to his favorite player
Who convinced Pelé's family to let him try out for the Santos professional soccer club when he was 15?
His school coach
His father, who was also a soccer player
A local talent scout
A family friend and former professional player
What was Pelé's performance like in the 1958 World Cup and what impact did it have on his career?
He scored a hat trick in the final, leading Brazil to victory and becoming an international star
He scored twice in the final, cementing his reputation as a rising talent
He scored four goals in the tournament, earning the Golden Boot award
He scored six goals throughout the tournament, helping Brazil win and gaining worldwide recognition
How did Brazilian President Jânio Quadros protect Pelé from being recruited by European clubs?
He offered Pelé a lucrative contract with a Brazilian club
He banned all Brazilian players from playing for European clubs
He declared Pelé a national treasure, making it illegal for him to play abroad
He threatened to impose heavy fines on European clubs recruiting Brazilian players
What were Pelé's achievements during the 1970 World Cup and how did he contribute to Brazil's victory?
He scored the winning goal in the final and was awarded the Golden Boot
He scored four goals in the tournament and provided numerous assists
He captained the team and scored a hat trick in the final
He scored twice in the final and was named the tournament's best player
How did Pelé continue to be involved in soccer and social causes after his retirement?
He became a soccer commentator and started a charity for underprivileged children
He coached the Brazilian national team and founded a non-profit organization
He served as a FIFA ambassador and worked to promote education and health initiatives
He became a referee and dedicated his time to promoting
When did Pelé die and what legacy did he leave behind in the world of soccer?
Pelé is still alive as of 2023.
Pelé passed away on a certain date yet to be determined.
Pelé's legacy in the world of soccer is immense, as he is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
Pelé's legacy includes winning three World Cups with Brazil, scoring over 1000 career goals, and inspiring generations of soccer players around the world.
