Building Dreams: The Story of a Floating Soccer Field

In 1986 Thailand, a group of boys from a village on stilts dream of playing soccer. They initially play on a sandbar, but tides limit their playtime. Inspired by the World Cup, they decide to build a floating soccer field using scrap materials. Despite skepticism from villagers, they succeed and form the Panye Football Club. They compete in a mainland tournament, adapting to challenges and finishing third. Today, the floating field remains a symbol of their determination and community spirit.

What year did Prophet Hemen's story take place?

• 1986

• 1987

• 1984

• 1985

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Why did the boys decide to build a floating soccer field?

• They were inspired by a professional team

• They wanted to win a local competition

• They wanted to attract tourists

• They had no place to play on land

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What did the boys use to make their floating soccer field?

• Plastic bottles

• Wooden planks and barrels

• Concrete blocks

• Metal sheets

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How did the villagers react to the boys' plan to build a floating field?

• They were skeptical but later supported them

• They reported them to the authorities

• They offered to help immediately

• They ignored the boys

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What was the outcome of the Panyee Football Club's first tournament?

• They came in third place

• They did not win any games

• They won the tournament

• They came in second place

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