How Much You Know About World Cup History?

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    Where was the last world cup tournament held?   - ProProfs

    Where was the last world cup tournament held?  

    • Brazil
    • London
    • Venezuela
    • America
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Celebrated every 4 years in different countries and continents, the world cup is like a huge celebration where what is called “the beautiful game” attracts millions of viewers or tourists all over the world. Do you think you know everything about its history? What don’t you take our easy quiz and find out?

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  • 2. 
    Which team has the most trophies?   - ProProfs

    Which team has the most trophies?  

    • Argentina

    • France

    • Brazil

    • Germany

    Correct Answer
    A. Brazil
    Explanation
    Brazil is the correct answer because they have the most trophies among the given options. Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup a record five times, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002. Their success in the tournament has earned them the title of the team with the most World Cup victories.

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  • 3. 
    Who is the FIFA’s current president?   - ProProfs

    Who is the FIFA’s current president?  

    • Gianni Infantino

    • Sepp Blatter

    • Michel Platini

    • Pele

    Correct Answer
    A. Gianni Infantino
    Explanation
    Gianni Infantino is the correct answer because he is currently serving as the president of FIFA. He was elected as the president in 2016, succeeding Sepp Blatter. Infantino, a Swiss-Italian lawyer, has been involved in various roles within FIFA prior to becoming president, including serving as the Secretary General of UEFA. He has been working towards implementing reforms and improving transparency within the organization.

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  • 4. 
    Where was the first tournament held?   - ProProfs

    Where was the first tournament held?  

    • Uruguay.

    • Paraguay

    • France

    • England

    Correct Answer
    A. Uruguay.
    Explanation
    The first tournament was held in Uruguay.

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  • 5. 
    In what month was the world Cup Final in South Africa?   - ProProfs

    In what month was the world Cup Final in South Africa?  

    • August

    • July

    • June

    • September

    Correct Answer
    A. July
    Explanation
    The World Cup Final in South Africa was held in July.

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  • 6. 
    What year did Germany win its second trophy?   - ProProfs

    What year did Germany win its second trophy?  

    • 1992

    • 2014

    • 1980

    • 1974

    Correct Answer
    A. 1974
    Explanation
    Germany won its second trophy in the year 1974.

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  • 7. 
    In what years was Pele world Champion with his team?   - ProProfs

    In what years was Pele world Champion with his team?  

    • 1958

    • 1962

    • 1970

    • 1982

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. 1958
    A. 1962
    A. 1970
    Explanation
    Pele was a part of the Brazilian national team that won the FIFA World Cup in the years 1958, 1962, and 1970. These three victories made Pele a three-time world champion with his team.

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  • 8. 
    What was Maradonna best known for?   - ProProfs

    What was Maradonna best known for?  

    • For good control of the ball

    • For keeping the ball to himself

    • For scoring beautiful goals

    • For being short but a great player.

    Correct Answer
    A. For good control of the ball
    Explanation
    Maradona was best known for his exceptional ball control skills. He had the ability to manipulate the ball with great precision, keeping it close to his feet and effortlessly maneuvering past opponents. His control over the ball allowed him to execute dazzling dribbles and create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. Maradona's mastery of ball control set him apart as one of the greatest football players of all time.

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  • 9. 
    When was the first world cup tournament held?   - ProProfs

    When was the first world cup tournament held?  

    • June 30th 1930

    • July 30th 1931

    • July 30th 1930

    • August 30th 1932

    Correct Answer
    A. July 30th 1930
    Explanation
    The first world cup tournament was held on July 30th, 1930.

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  • 10. 
    In what year was the World cup organized in France?   - ProProfs

    In what year was the World cup organized in France?  

    • 1938.

    • 1998

    • 2002

    • 1990

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. 1938.
    A. 1998
    Explanation
    The World Cup was organized in France in 1938 and 1998.

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