The History and Development of Soccer
Soccer, known as football in most of the world, is one of the most popular sports today. Let’s explore its history and how it developed and spread over the years.
It is said that the history of soccer dates back as far as 2500 B.C. in London. In China, the most relevant(相关的) is the Chinese game of Tsu’Chu(Cuju). Records of the game began during the Han Dynasty(206B.C.—220A.D.) and it may have been a training exercise for soldiers. Players kicked a small ball into a net between two bamboo poles. The use of hands was not allowed, but a player could use his feet and other parts of his body.
The modern shape of soccer was formed at the beginning of the 19th century. In 1848, the “Cambridge Rules”were established(建立) at Cambridge University. After they graduated, adult football clubs became more common, players could continue to play the ball.
The Football Association(FA) was created on October 26,1863. Over the years, more clubs joined the FA until the number reached 128 by 1887. In 1872, the first Football Association Cup was played in London. Other associations were formed, including the Football League in 1888 in the north and midlands of the country, and the first championship(冠军) league games were played.
It did not take long for other European countries to accept the British love for soccer. Leagues began popping up throughout the world: the Netherlands and Denmark in 1889, Argentina in 1893, Chile in 1895, Switzerland and Belgium in 1895, Italy in 1898, Germany and Uruguay in 1900,Hungary in 1901, and Finland in 1907. It was not until 1903 that France formed their league.
In 1930,the first-ever FIFA World Cup was held in Uruguay. There were 41 members of FIFA at that time. Today it has over 200 members and the World Cup is one of the biggest events of the year.
8. What do we know about Chinese game of Tsu’Chu?
A.It began as far as 2500 B. C. |
B.English soccer developed from it. |
C.Players were allowed to use their hands. |
D.It was probably a training exercise for soldiers. |
9. When was the“Cambridge Rules”set up?
A.In 1800. | B.In 1848. | C.In 1863. | D.In 1887. |
10. What does the writer want to show in the fifth paragraph?
A.Soccer spread worldwide. |
B.Football clubs formed in Europe. |
C.The whole world accepted the British soccer. |
D.200 members joined in the first-ever FIFA World Cup. |
11. How is the text organized?
A.In order of time. |
B.In order of place. |
C.In order of character. |
D.In order of importance. |