FIFA World Cup, Past And Present

1. What country is hosting the 2010 World Cup?

England

South Africa

Australia

Greenland

Chile

South Africa's hosting of the 2010 World Cup marks the first time the tournament has been held in Africa.

Explanation

South Africa's hosting of the 2010 World Cup marks the first time the tournament has been held in Africa.

2. Which country holds the record for most World Cup titles won?

France

Ghana

Spain

Brazil

Argentina

With five titles, Brazil has won more World Cup titles than any other country.

Explanation

With five titles, Brazil has won more World Cup titles than any other country.

3. In what year did the FIFA World Cup begin?

1930

1908

1964

1950

1975

The World Cup, also known as the Football World Cup and the Soccer World Cup, was created in 1930.

Explanation

The World Cup, also known as the Football World Cup and the Soccer World Cup, was created in 1930.

4. What major historical event prevented two FIFA World Cup tournaments from being held?

Vietnam War

1969 moon landing

1941 attack on Pearl Harbor

The Cold War

World War II

The World Cup contesting men's national teams has been held every four years since its inception, except in 1942 and 1946 when play was suspended because of World War II.

Explanation

The World Cup contesting men's national teams has been held every four years since its inception, except in 1942 and 1946 when play was suspended because of World War II.

5. How many teams are competing in the 2010 World Cup?

30

64

32

45

36

Thirty-two countries are represented by eight groups (A through H) made up of four teams each.

Explanation

Thirty-two countries are represented by eight groups (A through H) made up of four teams each.

6. Who won the last FIFA World Cup held in 2006?

Italy

Brazil

Germany

Jamaica

Mexico

Italy claimed their fourth World Cup title in 2006.

Explanation

Italy claimed their fourth World Cup title in 2006.

7. When was the last time the World cup was held in the United States?

1950

1978

1986

1994

1998

The fifteenth staging of the FIFA World Cup was held in the United States. Attendance broke records that had stood since 1950, due to the bigger capacities of the American stadiums compared to those of Europe and Latin America.

Explanation

The fifteenth staging of the FIFA World Cup was held in the United States. Attendance broke records that had stood since 1950, due to the bigger capacities of the American stadiums compared to those of Europe and Latin America.

8. What does FIFA stand for?

Federal Institute of Feet Action

Federación Internal de Fútbol Associación

Fútbol Internaciónal Famoso Associación

Fédération Internationale de Football Association

Federal International Football Association

The International Federation of Association Football (translated from French) is the governing body for association football. FIFA oversees and organizes major international tournaments, including the World Cup.

Explanation

The International Federation of Association Football (translated from French) is the governing body for association football. FIFA oversees and organizes major international tournaments, including the World Cup.

9. What is the best standing the United States has ever earned in a World Cup tournament?

First place

Second place

Third place

Twelfth place

Fourteenth place

The United States was ranked third in the 1930 World Cup.

Explanation

The United States was ranked third in the 1930 World Cup.

10. What is the United States World Cup team's nickname?

The Cronies

The Yanks

The Stars and Stripes

The Spangles

The Global Nobles

Every team in the 2010 World Cup has a nickname. These team nicknames usually refer to the color of the team's uniform, some element of the football association crest, or an event unique to the team.

Explanation

Every team in the 2010 World Cup has a nickname. These team nicknames usually refer to the color of the team's uniform, some element of the football association crest, or an event unique to the team.

11. What Texan is known as “Deuce” and is a member of the 2010 US Men’s National Team? (HINT: He scored in the 1-1 tie against England this year.)

Landon Donovan

Michael Bradley

Jozy Altidore

Clint Dempsey

Tim Howard

Clinton Drew "Clint" Dempsey was born in Nacogdoches,Texas. He plays for the English Premier League club Fulham as well as for the United States national team.

Explanation

Clinton Drew "Clint" Dempsey was born in Nacogdoches,Texas. He plays for the English Premier League club Fulham as well as for the United States national team.

12. Which of the following is an official theme song of the 2010 World Cup?

"Cup of Life"

“Sign of a Victory”

"Ole, Ole, Ole"

"We Are the World"

"Everywhere You Go"

Theme songs are chosen for warm-ups, to accompany the championships during the event, and as promo music. The 2010 World cup theme songs include R. Kelly's "Sign of a Victory," Shakira's "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," and "(Coca-Cola)Wavin Flag" by K'naan.

Explanation

Theme songs are chosen for warm-ups, to accompany the championships during the event, and as promo music. The 2010 World cup theme songs include R. Kelly's "Sign of a Victory," Shakira's "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," and "(Coca-Cola)Wavin Flag" by K'naan.