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Tales of World Cup: 1938 Trivia Quiz

Nothing strange about this World Cup but with the war looming ahead, tensions were high!

A multiple-choice quiz by ace_sodium. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
ace_sodium

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
132,806

Updated
Dec 03 21

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. With each successive World Cup, it seemed that the South Americans became less interested in this tournament. How many South Americans teams took part in this the third World Cup? Hint

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Question 2 of 10

2. The manager of the Italian side considered his side to be much better than the side which won the 1934 World Cup. How many players played in both the 1934 and 1938 World Cup? Hint

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Question 3 of 10

3. Cuba made its first and last entry (in the 20th century) into the World Cup during the 1938 World Cup. How far did they progress in the tournament? Hint

Final

Semi-Final

First Round

Second Round

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Question 4 of 10

4. Leonidas scored in every single match of the 1938 World Cup except one. In which round did he NOT score? Hint

First Round

Second Round

Third-Place Match

Semi-Final

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Question 5 of 10

5. The first round replay between Germany and Switzerland was an even contested match. Switzerland eventually triumphed 4-2. What was the score at half-time (Switzerland - Germany) ? Hint

1-2

4-0

0-1

2-2

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Question 6 of 10

6. Hungary's sole selector Dr. Diest had a 'unique' vow if Hungary lost to Switzerland in their second match! What was the promise that he made if Hungary lost? Hint

He would walk all the way back to Budapest

He would not play or coach football again

He would shave his head

He would remain a celibate for the rest of his life

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Question 7 of 10

7. During the 1938 World Cup, 3 players had scored 4 goals in a match. Who was NOT one of them? Hint

Leonidas (Brazil)

Szengeller (Hungary)

Willimowski (Poland)

Wetterstroem (Sweden)

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Question 8 of 10

8. Italy won the 1938 World Cup?

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. The 1938 World cup final match between Italy and Hungary was playe din the Stade Colombes?

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. After their World Campaign was over, the Cuban team went to New York. There the entire team went to watch another sporting event. Which sport? Hint

Ice Hockey

Boxing

Croquet

Cricket

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. With each successive World Cup, it seemed that the South Americans became less interested in this tournament. How many South Americans teams took part in this the third World Cup?

Answer: 1

South America's lone representative was Brazil. However, they were well represented by Leonidas ("The Black Diamond") and many other talented players.

2. The manager of the Italian side considered his side to be much better than the side which won the 1934 World Cup. How many players played in both the 1934 and 1938 World Cup?

Answer: 4

Meazza and Ferrari survived the intense competition for the 1938 World Cup squad. Monzeglio and Massetti was also there in the squad. Monzeglio was the oldest player of the Italian squad.

3. Cuba made its first and last entry (in the 20th century) into the World Cup during the 1938 World Cup. How far did they progress in the tournament?

Answer: Second Round

The Cubans were able to beat Romania 2-1 in the First round match but were routed 0-8 by Sweden in the next round! Cuba made it because of Mexico's withdrawal from the Cup.

4. Leonidas scored in every single match of the 1938 World Cup except one. In which round did he NOT score?

Answer: Semi-Final

He was the leading goal scorer of this World Cup with 7 goals - however he didn't score against Italy during their Semi-final encounter, which they lost 1-2. He couldn't score because he was rested for this match. The Brazilian manager Pimenta wanted him fully fit for the Final.

5. The first round replay between Germany and Switzerland was an even contested match. Switzerland eventually triumphed 4-2. What was the score at half-time (Switzerland - Germany) ?

Answer: 1-2

Germany scored two goals in the first half thanks to Hahnemann and an own goal by Loertscher. However, the tables turned during the second half as the Swiss totally dominated the proceedings and was able to beat Germany.

6. Hungary's sole selector Dr. Diest had a 'unique' vow if Hungary lost to Switzerland in their second match! What was the promise that he made if Hungary lost?

Answer: He would walk all the way back to Budapest

He didn't have to worry about the walking part thanks to two fine goals by Szengeller.

7. During the 1938 World Cup, 3 players had scored 4 goals in a match. Who was NOT one of them?

Answer: Szengeller (Hungary)

Leonidas and Willimowski scored 4 goals apiece during their first round match. Wetterstroem netted 4 against Cuba during their second round match. Szengeller scored 3 goals in the semi-finals against Sweden.

8. Italy won the 1938 World Cup?

Answer: True

Italy was able to beat Hungary 4-2 to defend their crown. They, also, became the first non-host team to lift the World Cup.

9. The 1938 World cup final match between Italy and Hungary was playe din the Stade Colombes?

Answer: True

There were 9 venues and 10 stadiums during this World Cup. Paris had two of them (Stade Colombes and Parc des Princes)

10. After their World Campaign was over, the Cuban team went to New York. There the entire team went to watch another sporting event. Which sport?

Answer: Boxing

They witnessed the match between Joe Louis and Max Schmeling (won by the former). They was to be no more World Cup till 1950 (due to the war).

Source: Author ace_sodium

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