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Soccer
Read a short passage about the world’s most popular sport, where teams compete to score goals by kicking a ball into a net.
Soccer is a popular sport played all over the world. It is also called football in many countries. Soccer has a long history and is loved by many people.
축구는 전 세계에서 인기 있는 스포츠입니다. 많은 나라에서 축구라고도 불립니다. 축구는 오랜 역사를 가지고 있으며 많은 사람들에게 사랑받고 있습니다.
People have played games with a ball for thousands of years. Modern soccer began in England in the 19th century. The first official rules of soccer were made in 1863. This was when the Football Association was formed in England.
사람들은 수천 년 동안 공으로 게임을 해왔습니다. 현대 축구는 19세기 영국에서 시작되었습니다. 축구의 첫 공식 규칙은 1863년에 제정되었습니다. 이는 영국에서 축구 협회가 설립된 때였습니다.
Soccer is played on a large field. The field is 100 to 110 meters long and 64 to 75 meters wide. Each team has 11 players. The main goal is to kick the ball into the other team's goal. The team with the most goals wins the game. Players except the goalkeeper cannot use their hands or arms to touch the ball.
축구는 큰 경기장에서 진행됩니다. 경기장의 길이는 100~110미터, 너비는 64~75미터입니다. 각 팀에는 11명의 선수가 있습니다. 주요 목표는 상대 팀의 골대에 공을 차는 것입니다. 가장 많은 골을 넣은 팀이 경기에서 승리합니다. 골키퍼를 제외한 선수들은 공을 만지기 위해 손이나 팔을 사용할 수 없습니다.
One of the most famous soccer events is the FIFA World Cup. It happens every four years. Teams from many countries compete to win the World Cup. The first World Cup was held in 1930 in Uruguay. Brazil has won the most World Cups, with five titles.
가장 유명한 축구 이벤트 중 하나는 FIFA 월드컵입니다. 4년마다 열립니다. 많은 나라의 팀들이 월드컵을 우승하기 위해 경쟁합니다. 첫 월드컵은 1930년 우루과이에서 열렸습니다. 브라질은 5회 우승으로 가장 많은 월드컵을 차지했습니다.
Soccer is played and watched by millions of people. It is very popular in Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. Some of the best soccer players in history are Pelé from Brazil, Diego Maradona from Argentina, and Lionel Messi from Argentina.
축구는 수백만 명의 사람들이 즐기고 관람합니다. 유럽, 남미, 아프리카, 아시아에서 매우 인기가 있습니다. 역사상 최고의 축구 선수 중 일부는 브라질의 펠레, 아르헨티나의 디에고 마라도나, 아르헨티나의 리오넬 메시입니다.
Soccer is fun to play and good for your health. It helps you stay fit and teaches teamwork. Many children start playing soccer at a young age. They dream of becoming professional players one day.
축구는 재미있게 할 수 있고 건강에 좋습니다. 그것은 당신이 건강을 유지하는 데 도움이 되고 팀워크를 가르칩니다. 많은 아이들이 어린 나이에 축구를 시작합니다. 그들은 언젠가 프로 선수가 되는 꿈을 꿉니다.
Fun fact : The fastest goal in soccer history was scored just 2.8 seconds after the game started. This amazing record was set by Nawaf Al-Abed in a match in Saudi Arabia.
재미있는 사실: 축구 역사상 가장 빠른 골은 경기가 시작된 지 불과 2.8초 만에 터졌습니다. 이 놀라운 기록은 사우디아라비아에서 열린 경기에서 나와프 알아베드에 의해 세워졌습니다.
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When did modern soccer begin?
In the 18th century
In the 19th century
In the 20th century
In the 21st century
How many players are on a soccer team?
5
7
11
15
Put the events in the correct order:
Match each fact with the correct number:
Complete the sentences with the correct words.
Soccer is also called
in many countries.
The FIFA World Cup happens every
years.
The fastest goal in soccer history was scored in
.
Which one is TRUE?
The first World Cup was held in England.
Players can use their hands, except the goalkeeper.
Soccer is popular in many parts of the world.
The fastest goal took 10 seconds to score.
Which one is FALSE?
Brazil has won the most World Cups.
The first World Cup was held in 1930.
Modern soccer started in the 18th century.
Soccer is good for health.
