2002 FIFA World Cup Quiz

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Where did the sport of squash originate?

In the United States

In the Middle East

In the British prisons (correct)

In ancient Greece

What is the significance of the year (16) mentioned in the text?

It is not significant and is just a random number included in the text

It refers to the 16th century (correct)

It refers to the year 1600

It refers to the 16th paragraph of the text

What can be inferred about the early history of squash from the information provided in the text?

Squash was played in prisons to keep inmates entertained (correct)

Squash was a sport that originated in ancient civilizations and was later brought to British prisons

Squash was a popular sport among the British aristocracy

Squash was invented by British prison guards as a form of punishment

Which of the following statements best represents the main idea of the given text?

Squash was a sport that was first played in British prisons Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the relationship between squash and the British prison system from the information provided?

Squash was a sport that was developed and popularized by British prisoners Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Spain participate in the World Cup?

1998 Signup and view all the answers

What was the ranking of Spain's national team in the 1998 World Cup?

22nd Signup and view all the answers

How many teams participated in the 1998 World Cup?

32 Signup and view all the answers

Where was the 1998 World Cup held?

France Signup and view all the answers

Which country won the 1998 World Cup?

France Signup and view all the answers

In what year did South Africa first participate in the Africa Cup of Nations?

1996 Signup and view all the answers

How many years was the ban on South Africa's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations in place?

17 years Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the ban on South Africa's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations?

Political sanctions Signup and view all the answers

How many times had South Africa participated in the Africa Cup of Nations prior to 1996?

What was the significance of South Africa's participation in the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations?

It marked the end of their ban from international competition Signup and view all the answers

What does the blue flag indicate in a car race?

The car in front should move aside to allow faster cars to pass Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Costa Rican goalkeeper from the 1990 World Cup?

Quincho 1990 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the blue flag being raised in a car race?

To warn the driver behind to be cautious Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the Costa Rican goalkeeper 'Quincho 1990' play in the World Cup?

1990 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the blue flag in a car race?

To warn the driver behind to be cautious of the car in front Signup and view all the answers

What year was the 17th FIFA World Cup tournament held?

2002 Signup and view all the answers

How is the 17th FIFA World Cup tournament referred to in the text?

The 2002 World Cup Signup and view all the answers

What number FIFA World Cup tournament was the 2002 edition?

17th Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the number '17' in the context of the 2002 FIFA World Cup?

It represents the ordinal number of the tournament Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Racing Flags

In car racing, a blue flag indicates a warning to a driver that there is a car behind them.

Notable Footballers

"Quinhos" is the name of a Costa Rican goalkeeper who played in the 1990 World Cup.

Origins of Sports

Squash originated in British prisons.

Football History

In 1998, Spain finished 17th in the World Cup.
In 1996, South Africa participated in the Africa Cup for the first time after the ban was lifted in 1993.

FIFA World Cup

The 17th edition of the FIFA World Cup was held in 2002.

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Test your knowledge about the 17th edition of the FIFA World Cup held in 2002. How well do you remember the tournament that took place in South Korea and Japan?