Barbarian F.C.

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the club foundation?Founded by William Percy Carpmael
2. What is the primary jersey design?Black and white hoops
3. How do players get invited to play for the Barbarians?Players are chosen by invitation, not by a league. The club looks for people who are very talented and known for playing nicely.
4. Why do Barbarians wear their own socks?The black and white hoops on their jersey show that they are all part of one team, but each player keeps their own club socks to remember where they come from and their own story.

Invitational Rugby Union Club: A team composed of players selected by invitation, often featuring a mix of established stars and emerging talent from various nations.
Uncapped Player: An athlete who has not yet represented their senior national team in an official international competition.
Scratch Team: A team formed ad hoc for a specific match or tour, comprising players who do not regularly play together as a unit.
IRB Hall of Fame: An esteemed recognition program by World Rugby (formerly the International Rugby Board) honoring individuals and teams for their significant contributions to the sport.