📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society
Which TWO statements about football in the UK are correct?
Correct answers: Football is the most popular sport in the UK.; England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each have their own national football teams.
✓ Football is the most popular sport in the UK.
B The rules of modern football were first codified in the 20th century.
✓ England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each have their own national football teams.
D The UK competes as a single team in international football competitions.
💡 Explanation
Football is the UK's most popular sport. England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each have their own national football teams and compete separately.
Key facts to remember
- Football is UK's most popular sport
- Rules codified in 19th century
- Each UK country has own national team; Premier League most watched
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 4.4.1 Football:
Football is the UK's most popular sport. The rules of modern football (association football) were first codified in the 19th century. England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each have their own national football teams and compete separately in international competitions. The English Premier League is one of the most watched football leagues in the world.
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