How Much Do You Know About Pele?

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1. Pele scored 6 ___________ in his first World Cup.

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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.

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Explore your knowledge about the legendary football player Pele. This quiz covers personal facts, his achievements, and his early life. Test your understanding of Pele's impact on football and his life beyond the pitch.

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2. Valdemar was a good teacher and a good manager.

Explanation

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."

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3. Pele's mother wanted him to play soccer.

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The statement suggests that Pele's mother wanted him to play soccer, and the answer is false.

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4. Pele's first job was . . . 

Explanation

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.

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5. Pele won the world cup ______ times.

Explanation

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.

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6. Pele is the only man who can say, "I won two World Cups."

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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.

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7. Where did Pele move to play soccer after leaving Santos?

Explanation

After leaving Santos, Pele moved to play soccer in the United States.

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8. Pele first played in the World Cup Games in the year __________.

Explanation

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.

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9. Pele was a good student in school.

Explanation

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.

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10. The 1970 World Cup final was against ________.

Explanation

The 1970 World Cup final was against Italy.

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11. Where was the 1966 World Cup?

Explanation

The 1966 World Cup was held in England.

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12. Pele played his first game of soccer in Rua Rubes Arruda

Explanation

Pele played his first game of soccer in Rua Rubes Arruda. This statement is true.

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13. Pele's first soccer teacher was . . . 

Explanation

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.

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14. The name of Pele's first soccer time was Ameriquinho.

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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.

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15. Check the boxes that are true: Pelé's father...

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Pelé's father played soccer and was poor.

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16. What name does Pele's family call him?

Explanation

Pele's family calls him "Dico." This is likely a nickname or a shortened version of his given name, Edson.

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17. Who was Pele's first manager for Baquinho?

Explanation

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.

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18. In 1944, Pele's family moved to  _____________ .

Explanation

Pele's family moved to Bauru in 1944.

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19. Pele scored _________ goals in the Marcana Championship.

Explanation

Pele scored 8 goals in the Maracana Championship.

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20. In 1995, Pele started working for ________.

Explanation

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.

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21. Where did Rosemeri Cholby work?

Explanation

Rosemeri Cholby worked in a music store.

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22. Pele always enjoyed traveling to play soccer.

Explanation

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.

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23. Who gave Ameriquinho new shoes?

Explanation

One of the players' fathers gave Ameriquinho new shoes.

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24. The first team Brazil played against in the 1958 World Cup was _______.

Explanation

In the 1958 World Cup, Brazil played against Russia as their first opponent.

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25. Check all the boxes that are true.

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.

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26. Check the boxes that are true.

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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.

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27. Check all that are true. Pele . . . 

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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.

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28. Check the boxes that are true.

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29. When Pele was 9, he wanted to work on _____________.

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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.

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30. Check all that are true.

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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".

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Pele scored 6 ___________ in his first World Cup.
Valdemar was a good teacher and a good manager.
Pele's mother wanted him to play soccer.
Pele's first job was . . . 
Pele won the world cup ______ times.
Pele is the only man who can say, "I won two World Cups."
Where did Pele move to play soccer after leaving Santos?
Pele first played in the World Cup Games in the year __________.
Pele was a good student in school.
The 1970 World Cup final was against ________.
Where was the 1966 World Cup?
Pele played his first game of soccer in Rua Rubes Arruda
Pele's first soccer teacher was . . . 
The name of Pele's first soccer time was Ameriquinho.
Check the boxes that are true: Pelé's father...
What name does Pele's family call him?
Who was Pele's first manager for Baquinho?
In 1944, Pele's family moved to  _____________ .
Pele scored _________ goals in the Marcana Championship.
In 1995, Pele started working for ________.
Where did Rosemeri Cholby work?
Pele always enjoyed traveling to play soccer.
Who gave Ameriquinho new shoes?
The first team Brazil played against in the 1958 World Cup was...
Check all the boxes that are true.
Check the boxes that are true.
Check all that are true. Pele . . . 
Check the boxes that are true.
When Pele was 9, he wanted to work on _____________.
Check all that are true.
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