World Cup 1966: Pickles

English language level: B1

In 1966 there was drama before the tournament began. Thieves stole the Jules Rimet Trophy while it was on display in London. Scotland Yard searched everywhere for the missing cup.

Enter a dog called Pickles…

Before Watching/ Listeningprediction activity

Which statements do you think is true? 

  1. Pickles stole the Jules Rimet Trophy.
  2. Pickles found the stolen Jules Rimet Trophy.
  3. Pickles played for Brazil

    Reading

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    Worksheet Answers

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