Pelé is widely regarded

Pelé is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time. In 1999, he was voted Football Player of the Century by the IFFHS. IFFHS stands for International Federation of Football History and Statistics,

In 1999 the International Olympic Committee (IOC) named Pele the “Athlete of the Century”. In his career he scored more than 1200 goals. Thus he has become the top scorer of all time. In his own country, Brazil, Pelé is a national hero. People call him “The King of Football”, “The King Pelé” or simply “The King”. He is the all-time leading scorer of the Brazilian national team. He is the only footballer to be a part of three World Cup winning squads and the only player in the world to have three World Cup winning medals.

 

পেলেকে সময়ের অন্যতম সেরা ফুটবল খেলোয়াড় হিসেবে বিবেচনা করা হয়। ১৯৯৯ সালে তাকে আইএফএফএইচএস দ্বারা শতাব্দীর সেরা ফুটবল খেলোয়াড় নির্বাচিত করা হয়। আইএফএফএইচএস (IFFHS) মানে হলো আন্তর্জাতিক ফুটবল ইতিহাস ও পরিসংখ্যান সংস্থা।

১৯৯৯ সালে আন্তর্জাতিক অলিম্পিক কমিটি (IOC) পেলেকে “শতাব্দীর ক্রীড়াবিদ” হিসেবে ঘোষণা করে। তার ক্যারিয়ারে তিনি ১২০০–এর বেশি গোল করেছেন। এই কারণে তিনি সকল সময়ের সর্বোচ্চ গোলদাতা হিসেবে পরিচিত।

তার নিজের দেশ ব্রাজিলে পেলে একজন জাতীয় নায়ক। মানুষ তাকে “ফুটবলের রাজা”, “রাজা পেলে” বা শুধু “রাজা” নামে ডাকে। তিনি ব্রাজিলিয়ান জাতীয় দলের সর্বকালের সর্বোচ্চ গোলদাতা।

তিনি একমাত্র ফুটবল খেলোয়াড় যিনি তিনটি বিশ্বকাপ জয়ী দলের অংশ ছিলেন। এছাড়াও তিনি একমাত্র খেলোয়াড় যিনি তিনটি বিশ্বকাপ জয়ী মেডেল অর্জন করেছেন।

Vocabulary Box: Pelé, The Football Legend

Words/Phrases	Meaning	Synonyms	Antonym
Widely regarded (phrase)	সবার কাছে বিবেচিত	universally considered, acclaimed	disputed, questioned
Greatest (adjective)	সর্বশ্রেষ্ঠ	best, finest	worst, poorest
Voted (verb)	ভোটে নির্বাচিত	elected, chosen	rejected, ousted
Century (noun)	শতাব্দী	hundred years
Named (verb)	মনোনীত	appointed, designated	fired, dismissed
Athlete (noun)	অ্যাথলিট	sportsman, player
Career (noun)	পেশাগত জীবন	profession, occupation	retirement, hobby
Scored (verb)	গোল করেছেন	made, netted	missed, saved
Top scorer (noun)	শীর্ষ গোলদাতা	leading goal-scorer
National hero (noun)	জাতীয় বীর	patriot, icon	traitor, villain
Leading (adjective)	শীর্ষস্থানীয়	foremost, principal	trailing, minor
Squads (noun)	দল	teams, groups
Medals (noun)	পদক	awards, honors
Simply (adverb)	সহজভাবে	just, only	complicatedly
All-time (adjective)	সর্বকালের	historic, record	current, temporary

Here are 50 multiple-choice questions based on the provided text about Pelé.

1. How is Pelé widely regarded?
   a) As a good football player
   b) As one of the greatest football players of all time
   c) As the most famous Brazilian
   d) As a successful coach
2. In which year was Pelé voted Football Player of the Century by the IFFHS?
   a) 2000
   b) 1998
   c) 1999
   d) 2001
3. What does the acronym IFFHS stand for?
   a) International Football Federation and History Society
   b) International Federation of Football History and Statistics
   c) Institute for Football History and Statistics
   d) International Football and History Statistics
4. Which organization named Pelé the “Athlete of the Century” in 1999?
   a) FIFA
   b) The United Nations
   c) The International Olympic Committee (IOC)
   d) The Brazilian Government
5. What title did the IOC give Pelé?
   a) “Footballer of the Century”
   b) “Athlete of the Century”
   c) “Sportsman of the Century”
   d) “Legend of the Century”
6. Approximately how many goals did Pelé score in his career?
   a) More than 500
   b) More than 800
   c) More than 1000
   d) More than 1200
7. What record did Pelé achieve by scoring so many goals?
   a) He became the top scorer for his club
   b) He became the top scorer of all time
   c) He became the top scorer in World Cups
   d) He became the top scorer in a single season
8. In his own country, Brazil, how is Pelé viewed?
   a) As a popular singer
   b) As a national hero
   c) As a political leader
   d) As a wealthy businessman
9. Which of the following is NOT a nickname for Pelé mentioned in the text?
   a) The King of Football
   b) The Black Pearl
   c) The King Pelé
   d) The King
10. What is Pelé in relation to the Brazilian national team?
    a) The first captain
    b) The all-time leading scorer
    c) The youngest player
    d) The current manager
11. How many World Cup winning squads was Pelé a part of?
    a) One
    b) Two
    c) Three
    d) Four
12. What unique achievement does Pelé hold regarding World Cup wins?
    a) He is the only player to score in two finals.
    b) He is the only footballer to be a part of three World Cup winning squads.
    c) He is the only player to captain two winning teams.
    d) He is the only player to win a World Cup as a player and coach.
13. How many World Cup winning medals does Pelé have?
    a) One
    b) Two
    c) Three
    d) Four
14. According to the text, Pelé is the only player in the world to have what?
    a) Scored over 1000 goals
    b) Been named Athlete of the Century
    c) Three World Cup winning medals
    d) Played for over 20 years
15. The IFFHS award recognized Pelé as the best…
    a) Athlete of the 20th Century
    b) South American Player of the Century
    c) Football Player of the Century
    d) Goal Scorer of the Century
16. The text states that Pelé’s goal-scoring record is…
    a) Over 1000 goals
    b) Exactly 1283 goals
    c) More than 1200 goals
    d) Nearly 1500 goals
17. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recognized Pelé’s achievements in…
    a) Football only
    b) All sports
    c) Olympic football
    d) Promoting sports
18. What is the simple nickname people use for Pelé?
    a) The Master
    b) The Legend
    c) The King
    d) The Greatest
19. Pelé’s status in Brazil is that of a…
    a) Cultural icon
    b) National hero
    c) Political figure
    d) All of the above
20. The text emphasizes that Pelé is the only footballer to…
    a) Win the Ballon d’Or three times
    b) Be a part of three World Cup winning squads
    c) Score in four World Cups
    d) Play in five World Cups
21. The IFFHS is an organization concerned with football’s…
    a) Current rules and regulations
    b) History and statistics
    c) Player transfers
    d) Youth development
22. The year 1999 was significant for Pelé because he received…
    a) One major award
    b) Two major century awards
    c) A knighthood
    d) His third World Cup medal
23. Pelé’s record of over 1200 goals is recognized as…
    a) The record for most goals in a calendar year
    b) The top scorer record for the Brazilian team
    c) The all-time top scorer record
    d) The record for most goals in World Cups
24. What does the nickname “The King of Football” signify?
    a) His leadership qualities
    b) His dominance and greatness in the sport
    c) That he ruled a country
    d) His style of play
25. How many World Cup tournaments did Brazil win with Pelé in the squad?
    a) 1
    b) 2
    c) 3
    d) 4
26. The phrase “national hero” implies that Pelé is…
    a) Admired only by football fans
    b) Deeply admired and respected by the entire nation
    c) A hero in his local city only
    d) A controversial figure
27. What specific type of medals does the text mention Pelé has three of?
    a) Olympic Gold Medals
    b) World Cup winning medals
    c) Ballon d’Or medals
    d) Continental championship medals
28. The text suggests that Pelé’s achievement of three World Cup wins is…
    a) Shared with a few other players
    b) A common achievement for Brazilian players
    c) Unique to him alone
    d) Only matched by coaches
29. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is responsible for…
    a) Organizing the Football World Cup
    b) Governing the Olympic Games
    c) Managing international football
    d) Recording sports statistics
30. The main idea of the first sentence is that Pelé’s greatness is…
    a) Disputed by some
    b) Only recognized in Brazil
    c) A widely held opinion
    d) Based only on his goal-scoring
31. What does “all-time leading scorer” for the Brazilian team mean?
    a) He scored the most goals in a single year.
    b) He has scored more goals for Brazil than any other player ever.
    c) He was the top scorer when he retired.
    d) He is the leading scorer in friendly matches.
32. The term “squads” in the text refers to…
    a) Teams of players
    b) Groups of fans
    c) Coaching staff
    d) Tournament officials
33. Which fact is used to support the claim that he is the greatest?
    a) His speed and agility
    b) His leadership as captain
    c) His three World Cup wins and goal record
    d) His popularity around the world
34. Being named “Athlete of the Century” by the IOC is significant because…
    a) It recognizes his achievements across all sports, not just football.
    b) It is a football-specific award.
    c) It is given only to Olympic champions.
    d) It was given by the Brazilian government.
35. The text is primarily a…
    a) Biography of Pelé’s early life
    b) Summary of Pelé’s major achievements and accolades
    c) Story about one of Pelé’s famous matches
    d) Analysis of Pelé’s playing style
36. What is the source of the information about Pelé being the top scorer?
    a) FIFA’s official records
    b) The Brazilian Football Confederation
    c) The text states it as a fact based on his career goal tally
    d) The IFFHS official count
37. How does the text describe the number of his goals?
    a) Exactly 1281
    b) Nearly 1200
    c) More than 1200
    d) Over 1000
38. The phrase “The King” is used…
    a) As his official title
    b) Formally in documents
    c) Simply as a popular nickname
    d) Only in Brazil
39. What makes Pelé’s three World Cup medals unique?
    a) They are made of solid gold.
    b) He is the only player in the world to have them.
    c) He won them as a captain.
    d) He won them in consecutive tournaments.
40. According to the text, Pelé’s international recognition comes from…
    a) His charitable work
    b) His performance in domestic leagues
    c) Awards from IFFHS and IOC
    d) His coaching career
41. The IFFHS award specifically recognized the best player of…
    a) The Year 1999
    b) The 20th Century
    c) The Olympic Games
    d) South America
42. What does the term “national team” refer to?
    a) The team from his hometown
    b) The team he played for in his country’s league
    c) The team representing Brazil in international competitions
    d) The best team in the nation
43. The text lists Pelé’s World Cup victories as part of his…
    a) Personal collection
    b) Unique set of achievements
    c) Early career
    d) Coaching record
44. What is the relationship between the IFFHS and the IOC in the text?
    a) They are the same organization.
    b) They gave Pelé the same award.
    c) They are two different organizations that both honored Pelé.
    d) The IOC is a part of the IFFHS.
45. The detail about being a “national hero” is used to show his importance…
    a) In world football
    b) Within his own country
    c) To the IOC
    d) To the IFFHS
46. The final sentence of the provided text highlights Pelé’s…
    a) Unique double world record
    b) Sportsmanship
    c) Long career
    d) Rivalry with other players
47. The phrase “all-time” in “all-time leading scorer” means…
    a) In the last decade
    b) During his playing era
    c) Throughout the entire history of the team
    d) In official matches only
48. How does the text establish Pelé’s global legacy?
    a) By mentioning his friends
    b) By quoting other players
    c) By listing international awards and unique records
    d) By describing his playing style
49. What is the core evidence used to prove Pelé is the greatest?
    a) Anecdotes from fans
    b) Statistical records and historic achievements
    c) His personal wealth
    d) The number of teams he played for
50. The overall tone of the text towards Pelé is one of…
    a) Criticism and analysis
    b) Neutral reporting
    c) Great admiration and respect
    d) Casual interest

Now write only answers

1. b
2. c
3. b
4. c
5. b
6. d
7. b
8. b
9. b
10. b
11. c
12. b
13. c
14. c
15. c
16. c
17. b
18. c
19. b
20. b
21. b
22. b
23. c
24. b
25. c
26. b
27. b
28. c
29. b
30. c
31. b
32. a
33. c
34. a
35. b
36. c
37. c
38. c
39. b
40. c
41. b
42. c
43. b
44. c
45. b
46. a
47. c
48. c
49. b
50. c

Here are 30 WH questions based on the passage about Pelé:

1. Who is Pelé?
2. How is Pelé regarded in football history?
3. When was Pelé voted Football Player of the Century?
4. Who voted Pelé Football Player of the Century?
5. What does IFFHS stand for?
6. When did the International Olympic Committee name Pelé “Athlete of the Century”?
7. What title did the IOC give Pelé?
8. How many goals did Pelé score in his career?
9. Why is Pelé considered the top scorer of all time?
10. In which country is Pelé a national hero?
11. What nickname do people give Pelé?
12. What other names is Pelé called?
13. What is Pelé’s title in Brazil?
14. Who is the all-time leading scorer of the Brazilian national team?
15. How many World Cup winning squads was Pelé a part of?
16. Is Pelé the only footballer with three World Cup winning medals?
17. How many World Cup medals does Pelé have?
18. Why is Pelé famous worldwide?
19. What sport did Pelé play professionally?
20. When did Pelé achieve international recognition?
21. Who recognized Pelé as the “Athlete of the Century”?
22. How has Pelé contributed to Brazilian football?
23. What makes Pelé a legend in football?
24. What organization keeps football history and statistics?
25. How is Pelé remembered in his own country?
26. What achievement makes Pelé unique in World Cup history?
27. Who considers Pelé one of the greatest football players of all time?
28. What is the significance of Pelé’s 1200+ goals?
29. How did Pelé earn the title “The King of Football”?
30. Which organizations honored Pelé for his career achievements?

Answer

1. Pelé is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time. He is admired for his skill, achievements, and contributions to the sport.
2. In 1999, he was voted Football Player of the Century. This recognition was given by the IFFHS.
3. IFFHS stands for International Federation of Football History and Statistics. It is an organization that records football achievements worldwide.
4. In 1999, the International Olympic Committee named Pelé the “Athlete of the Century”. This honored his outstanding career in sports.
5. Pelé scored more than 1200 goals in his career. This achievement makes him the top scorer of all time.
6. He became the top scorer of all time because of his incredible goal record. His consistency and skill set him apart from other players.
7. In Brazil, Pelé is a national hero. People admire him for his achievements and contributions to football.
8. People call him “The King of Football”. He is also known as “The King Pelé” or simply “The King”.
9. He is the all-time leading scorer of the Brazilian national team. His record remains unmatched by any other Brazilian player.
10. Pelé is the only footballer to be part of three World Cup winning squads. This is a unique achievement in football history.
11. He is the only player in the world to have three World Cup winning medals. No other footballer has accomplished this feat.
12. Pelé is famous worldwide for his talent and sportsmanship. Fans across the globe admire his football legacy.
13. He played professional football at the highest level. His career inspired millions of aspiring footballers.
14. Pelé achieved international recognition due to his exceptional skills. Awards and titles honored his contributions to football.
15. The IOC recognized Pelé as the “Athlete of the Century”. This highlighted his influence beyond football.
16. Pelé contributed greatly to Brazilian football. His performance helped Brazil win multiple World Cups.
17. He is considered a football legend for his unmatched achievements. Fans and experts alike celebrate his career.
18. The IFFHS records football history and statistics. It recognized Pelé as the best player of the 20th century.
19. Pelé is remembered in Brazil as a symbol of excellence in football. His legacy continues to inspire future generations.
20. His participation in three World Cup wins makes him unique. No other footballer has achieved this milestone.
21. Organizations like IFFHS and IOC honored Pelé. These recognitions reflect his global impact on sports.
22. His 1200+ goals showcase his incredible scoring ability. It proves his consistency and talent over many years.
23. Pelé earned the title “The King of Football” due to his skills and achievements. He set standards for excellence in the sport.
24. He is admired for his contributions to both club and national football. Fans respect his dedication and success.
25. Pelé’s achievements made him a role model for young athletes. Many players aspire to follow his path.
26. His records in the Brazilian national team are historic. No other player has matched his scoring achievements.
27. Pelé’s name is recognized worldwide. He is celebrated as one of the greatest footballers in history.
28. He inspired generations of footballers globally. His talent and sportsmanship remain legendary.
29. Pelé’s legacy extends beyond football. He became a cultural icon and a symbol of excellence.
30. His career achievements earned him international awards. These honors reflect his influence on the sport and the world.
31. Pelé remains a symbol of football excellence. His life and career continue to inspire fans and athletes everywhere.