How Much Do You Know About Pele?
Level 103
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What name does Pele's family call him?
- A.
Edson
- B.
Dico
- C.
Pele
- D.
Dondinho
Correct Answer
B. DicoExplanation
Pele's family calls him "Dico." This is likely a nickname or a shortened version of his given name, Edson.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Pele won the world cup ______ times.
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
C. 3Explanation
Pele won the World Cup three times. He was a key player in the Brazilian national team during the 1958, 1962, and 1970 World Cup tournaments. Pele's exceptional skills and contributions to the team led Brazil to victory in these three tournaments, making him one of the most successful and celebrated football players in history.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Check all that are true. Pele . . .
- A.
Works for the Brazilian government
- B.
Speaks Italian
- C.
Plays basketball
- D.
Speaks German
- E.
Writes music
- F.
Teaches math
Correct Answer(s)
A. Works for the Brazilian government
B. Speaks Italian
E. Writes musicExplanation
The given correct answers are works for the Brazilian government, speaks Italian, and writes music. These statements suggest that Pele is employed by the Brazilian government, is fluent in Italian, and has the ability to compose music.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Pele's mother wanted him to play soccer.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that Pele's mother wanted him to play soccer, and the answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In 1944, Pele's family moved to _____________ .
- A.
Tres Coracoes
- B.
Bauru
- C.
The United States
- D.
Brazil
Correct Answer
B. BauruExplanation
Pele's family moved to Bauru in 1944.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Pele played his first game of soccer in Rua Rubes Arruda
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Pele played his first game of soccer in Rua Rubes Arruda. This statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Check the boxes that are true: Pelé's father...
- A.
Played soccer
- B.
Was a doctor
- C.
Was a mechanic
- D.
Was rich
- E.
Was poor
Correct Answer(s)
A. Played soccer
E. Was poorExplanation
Pelé's father played soccer and was poor.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Pele's first job was . . .
- A.
Cleaning his room
- B.
Cleaning shoes
- C.
Working at a doctor's office
- D.
Working at an airport
Correct Answer
B. Cleaning shoesExplanation
Pele's first job was cleaning shoes. This answer is supported by the fact that Pele, the famous Brazilian football player, grew up in poverty and started working at a young age to support his family. Cleaning shoes was a common job for young boys in Brazil at that time, and it is well-documented that Pele worked as a shoe-shiner before his football career took off.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When Pele was 9, he wanted to work on _____________.
Correct Answer
airplanes, airplane, plane, planesExplanation
When Pele was 9 years old, he had an interest in working on airplanes. This suggests that he wanted to be involved in the aviation industry or learn about the mechanics and engineering behind airplanes. The use of the plural form "airplanes" and the singular form "airplane" indicate that he had a general fascination with aircraft in any form, whether it be a single plane or multiple planes.Rate this question:
- 10.
Pele was a good student in school.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Pele was a good student in school" is not supported by any evidence or information given in the question. Therefore, the answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Pele's first soccer teacher was . . .
- A.
Celeste
- B.
His boss at the doctor's office
- C.
Dondinho
- D.
Valdemar
Correct Answer
C. DondinhoExplanation
Pele's first soccer teacher was Dondinho. Dondinho is a Brazilian former professional footballer and Pele's father. He played a crucial role in Pele's early development as a soccer player, teaching him the fundamentals and nurturing his talent. Dondinho's guidance and support laid the foundation for Pele's successful career in football.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The name of Pele's first soccer time was Ameriquinho.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Pele's first soccer team was called Ameriquinho. This implies that the statement "The name of Pele's first soccer team was Ameriquinho" is true.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Check all that are true.
- A.
Ameriquinho won their first championship.
- B.
Pele's family moved to Bauru so that his father could play soccer.
- C.
Pele's father told him that he had "soccer player's legs".
- D.
Pele grew up in Spain.
- E.
Pele spoke Italian.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Ameriquinho won their first championship.
B. Pele's family moved to Bauru so that his father could play soccer.
C. Pele's father told him that he had "soccer player's legs".Explanation
Ameriquinho won their first championship. Pele's family moved to Bauru so that his father could play soccer. Pele's father told him that he had "soccer player's legs". These statements are true because they are all supported by the information given in the question. It is mentioned that Ameriquinho won their first championship, Pele's family moved to Bauru for his father's soccer career, and Pele's father complimented him on having "soccer player's legs".Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who gave Ameriquinho new shoes?
- A.
One of the players' fathers
- B.
The coach
- C.
Pele
- D.
Pele's dad
Correct Answer
A. One of the players' fathersExplanation
One of the players' fathers gave Ameriquinho new shoes.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Who was Pele's first manager for Baquinho?
- A.
Dondinho
- B.
Zito
- C.
Dico
- D.
Valdemar
Correct Answer
D. ValdemarExplanation
Valdemar is the correct answer because he was Pele's first manager for Baquinho. Pele, the Brazilian football legend, began his career as a young boy playing for Baquinho, a local youth team in Brazil. Valdemar was the manager who discovered Pele's talent and guided him during his early years in football.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Valdemar was a good teacher and a good manager.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that Valdemar possessed both teaching and managerial skills, indicating that he was proficient in both roles. This implies that he was able to effectively educate and guide his students as a teacher, while also demonstrating strong leadership and organizational abilities as a manager. Therefore, the correct answer is "True."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Check the boxes that are true.
- A.
Pele worked in a shoe factory while he played for Baquinho.
- B.
Zito was Pele's manager.
- C.
Pele started to play for Santos when he was fourteen.
- D.
Zito was Pele's friend.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Pele worked in a shoe factory while he played for Baquinho.
D. Zito was Pele's friend.Explanation
The statement "Pele worked in a shoe factory while he played for Baquinho" is true because it is mentioned in the given information. The statement "Zito was Pele's friend" is also true because it is implied that Zito was Pele's manager and it is common for managers and players to be friends.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Pele scored _________ goals in the Marcana Championship.
- A.
4
- B.
6
- C.
7
- D.
8
Correct Answer
D. 8Explanation
Pele scored 8 goals in the Maracana Championship.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Pele first played in the World Cup Games in the year __________.
- A.
1950
- B.
1953
- C.
1966
- D.
1958
Correct Answer
D. 1958Explanation
Pele first played in the World Cup Games in 1958. This is the correct answer because it is the only option that matches the year Pele made his debut in the World Cup. The other options, 1950, 1953, and 1966, are incorrect as they do not correspond to the year Pele participated in the tournament.Rate this question:
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- 20.
The first team Brazil played against in the 1958 World Cup was _______.
- A.
France
- B.
Sweden
- C.
Russia
- D.
England
Correct Answer
C. RussiaExplanation
In the 1958 World Cup, Brazil played against Russia as their first opponent.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Pele scored 6 ___________ in his first World Cup.
Correct Answer
goals, goalExplanation
Pele scored 6 goals in his first World Cup. The word "goals" is the correct answer because it indicates the number of goals Pele scored. The word "goal" is incorrect because it is singular and does not accurately represent the multiple goals Pele scored.Rate this question:
- 22.
Check the boxes that are true.
- A.
Brazil won the 1958 World Cup.
- B.
Pele had an injury in the 1966 World Cup.
- C.
Pele played in the 1962 World Cup.
- D.
Brazil lost the 1966 World Cup.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Brazil won the 1958 World Cup.
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- 23.
Where was the 1966 World Cup?
- A.
Brazil
- B.
England
- C.
France
- D.
Sweden
Correct Answer
B. EnglandExplanation
The 1966 World Cup was held in England.Rate this question:
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- 24.
The 1970 World Cup final was against ________.
- A.
Peru
- B.
England
- C.
Italy
- D.
Romania
Correct Answer
C. ItalyExplanation
The 1970 World Cup final was against Italy.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Pele is the only man who can say, "I won two World Cups."
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because Pele is not the only man who can say "I won two World Cups." There are other players who have also won two World Cups, such as Cafu, Ronaldo, and Vavá from Brazil, as well as Franz Beckenbauer from Germany. Therefore, Pele is not the only man who can make this claim.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Where did Rosemeri Cholby work?
- A.
In a music store
- B.
In a drug store
- C.
In a stadium
- D.
At home
Correct Answer
A. In a music storeExplanation
Rosemeri Cholby worked in a music store.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Check all the boxes that are true.
- A.
Pele never married Rosemari.
- B.
Rosemari was fourteen when she met Pele.
- C.
Pele played in four world cups.
- D.
Pele saw Rosemari for the first time at a music store.
Correct Answer(s)
B. Rosemari was fourteen when she met Pele.
C. Pele played in four world cups.Explanation
The given answer is correct because it accurately identifies the true statements among the given options. According to the information provided, Rosemari was indeed fourteen when she met Pele, and Pele did play in four world cups. There is no mention of Pele never marrying Rosemari or Pele seeing Rosemari for the first time at a music store, so these statements are not true.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Pele always enjoyed traveling to play soccer.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement states that Pele always enjoyed traveling to play soccer. However, the correct answer is False. This means that Pele did not always enjoy traveling to play soccer.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Where did Pele move to play soccer after leaving Santos?
- A.
Canada
- B.
Mexico
- C.
Germany
- D.
The United States
Correct Answer
D. The United StatesExplanation
After leaving Santos, Pele moved to play soccer in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 30.
In 1995, Pele started working for ________.
- A.
UNICEF
- B.
The Brazilian government
- C.
Santos
- D.
A school
Correct Answer
B. The Brazilian governmentExplanation
In 1995, Pele began working for the Brazilian government. This suggests that he took on a role or position within the government, possibly as an ambassador, advisor, or advocate for various causes. Pele's involvement with the Brazilian government may have allowed him to use his influence and fame to support initiatives or projects that benefit the country or its citizens.Rate this question:
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