The King of Football

Why was Pele’s family poor when he was a child?

• His parents didn’t work.

• His family lost most money in the war.

• His father had an injury and couldn’t earn much

• His family was in dept.

How did Pele get the chance to play for the big club Santos?

• He paid to join them.

• He played well in school.

• He met a coach on the street.

• He was given a trial and showed his talent.

Why did people start calling Pele “The Black Pearl”?

• He wore black clothes.

• He played very well at a young age.

• He came from the coast.

• He liked pearls.

What was true about Pele in the 1958 World Cup?

• He was healthy and strong.

• He didn’t play the first two games.

• He didn’t score any goal in the semi-final game.

• He wasn’t chosen to play.

What happened in the final match of the 1958 World Cup?

• Brazil lost to Sweden.

• The game was cancelled.

• Soviet Union won the final game.

• Pele scored two goals and Brazil won.

Why was Pele out of the tournament in the 1962 World Cup?

• He was too tired to play.

• He wanted a break.

• He got injured in the second match.

• He didn’t want to travel to Chile.

What made Pele change his mind and play in the 1970 World Cup?

• He needed more money.

• He wanted to prove people wrong.

• His team begged him to play.

• He liked playing in Mexico.

What did Pele do after he retired?

• He did lots of charity work.

• He became a professional football coach.

• He started his own business.

• He became a celebrity in a reality show.

He listened closely when the players were announced on the radio. (Chapter 3)

What does “announce” mean?

• To listen.

• To sing.

• To mention.

• To keep something secret.

He had a tough time in the 1966 World Cup. (Chapter 6)

What does “have a tough time” mean?

• To face problems or difficulty.

• To do something easily.

• To have lots of fun.

• To win quickly.