Multiple choice general knowledge sports

From 1930 to 1970, the Jules Rimet Trophy was awarded to the World Cup winner. Since 1974 the revised World cup designed by Silvio Gazzaniga was used. This trophy is made of 18 carat solid gold, weighing 5 kg, with a base of malachite (green coloured mineral copper carbonate). Total weight is 6.175 kg. This trophy is given away permanently to every winner.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The current FIFA World Cup trophy is NOT given away permanently to winners. It remains with FIFA and winners receive a gold-plated replica. Only the original Jules Rimet Trophy (used 1930-1970) was permanently awarded to Brazil after their third win in 1970.

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