Historically Speaking
What is soccer called in most countries?
True or false: Teams from similar areas of the world are grouped together for the first round of the competition.
False
What are the two official languages of Canada?
English and French
What continent is the USA located on?
North America
Red, White, Green
What is the common language in Brazil?
Portuguese
What continent is Argentina in?
South America
Around how many people live in Japan?
124 million people.
What type of climate does England have?
Temperate
What currency is used in France?
The Euro
What is the currency in South Africa?
South African rand.
What is one of Australia's most famous landmarks?
Sydney Opera House
True or false: In the 19th century, protective gear was used in the game of soccer.
False.
*Daily Double*
How many teams are in each group?
Four teams.
What is the capital city of Canada, and how is it spelled?
Ottawa
True or False: The USA is the second largest country in the world.
False.
What festival was named that is important to the Mexican culture?
Dia de los Muertos
What famous statute can be found in Brazil?
Christ the Redeemer
How many autonomous cities does Argentina have?
One
What is the currency of Japan?
Japanese yen.
What island is London located on?
Great Britain
What is the most famous landmark in France?
The Eiffel Tower
What is mountain in Cape Town?
Table Mountain.
Name two well-known Australian animals.
Kangaroo, koala, wombats, emus, and platypus.
What was the shape of the original soccer ball?
Egg shape.
How many groups is the first round divided into?
12 Groups
How many provinces are there in Canada and how many territories?
10 Provinces and 3 Territories.
Name four popular foods listed in the presentation.
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Pizza, Apple Pie, and BBQ Ribs
What is the name of the currency in Mexico?
Peso
Name two soccer players named in the presentation from Brazil.
Pele and Marta.
What is the currency used in Argentina?
Argentine Peso.
What are the four seasons in Japan? What does each season bring?
Spring - Cherry Blossoms, Summer - Warm & Lively, Autumn - Colorful, Winter - Cold with Snow
What is the currency used in England? Must be specific.
Pound Sterling
France has the same climate as which other country we talked about?
England
What are the languages spoken in South Africa? Must be spelled correctly.
Zulu, Xhosa, and English.
*Daily Double*
What is the capital of Australia? Must be spelled correctly.
Canberra.
To kick a ball through a small opening.
True or False: The second round of the competition becomes knockout rounds.
True
Name three popular Canadian foods listed in the presentation.
Poutine, Butter Tarts, Maple Syrup, Salmon, and Nanaimo Bars.
Where is the final game of the World Cup going to be held? Where is that stadium at?
MetLife Stadium in New Jersey
True or False: There are deserts, ice camps, mountains, jungles, and beaches in Mexico.
False
What is the capital city of Brazil?
Brasilia
What is the mountainous region of Argentina called?
Patagonia
4 main and thousands of smaller islands.
The start of the 1800s.
*Daily Double*
True or False: France is the second most visited country in the world.
False
Name two popular foods in South Africa. Must be spelled correctly.
Biltong, braai, and bobotie.
What are the barbecued sausages called in Australia?
Snags
In what year were a set of rules adopted for soccer?
1863
How many 3rd-place teams make it out of the group round?
Eight teams.
Canadian culture is a mix of ________ _________ heritage and the traditions of people from around the world.
First Nations
What did the packet specifically state about American culture?
It is rich and diverse.
The presentation said that Chichen Itza is one of the what?
Seven Wonders of the World
What is the biggest celebration of the year in Brazil?
Carnival
*Daily Double*
What famous dance style comes from Argentina?
Tango
Name four popular foods listed in the presentation from Japan.
Sushi, Ramen, Tempura, Miso Soup, Bento.
Name three landmarks noted in the presentation.
Big Ben, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Lake District.
What famous museum recently got broken into in France?
The Louvre Museum
How many capital cities does South Africa have? What are they the capital of?
Pretoria (administrative capital)
Cape Town (legislative capital)
Bloemfontein (judicial capital)
Australia is the __________-largest country in the world.
sixth
When the official rules were adopted, the game broke into two groups. Soccer became the game for those who were not allowed to use their hands. The other game was for those who did want to use their hands. What game is that?
Rugby
In the first round, if a team wins two games, ties one game, and loses one game, how many points do they have?
7 points.
Banff, Jasper, and Gros Morne.
*Daily Double*
Name the four landmarks listed on the USA slide. Name four states that the landmarks are in.
Statue of Liberty, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Grand Canyon, and Mount Rushmore.
What were the two beaches named in the presentation?
Cancun and Los Cabos
In the 1500's, Brazil was a colony of which country? When did it gain its independence?
Portugal and September 7, 1822
Name three landmarks named in the presentation from Argentina.
Iguazu Falls, Perito Moreno Glacier, Aconcagua, and the Obelisk of Buenos Aires.
How fast can some Japanese trains travel?
Over 300 kilometers per hour.
William Shakespeare
What are the big five animals of South Africa, and which one is Miss Reyes' favorite?
Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo.
What interesting fact was given about Australia in the presentation?
It is both a country and a continent.