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adidas: History, Innovations & Impact

Questions: 5

Grade: 8

Words: 165

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Did you know that adidas, one of the world's most popular sportswear brands, was founded by two German brothers, Adolf and Rudolf Dassler, in 1924? The brand's unusual name comes from Adolf's nickname, 'Adi,' and the first three letters of his last name. Adidas's journey to global fame wasn't easy. After a falling out, Rudolf left to form another leading sportswear brand, Puma. Adi stayed, and under his guidance, adidas introduced many innovations, including the first soccer shoes with screw-in studs. Beyond just sports gear, adidas has made a significant impact on music and fashion. It was the first sportswear brand to collaborate with a hip-hop group, Run-D.M.C., in the '80s. Today, it partners with artists and designers like Kanye West and Alexander Wang. In recent years, adidas has committed to sustainability, pledging to use only recycled polyester in its products by 2024. Through all these endeavors, adidas continues to inspire, innovate and leave a lasting impact on sports, fashion, and our planet.

Question 1

Who founded adidas?

Adolf Dassler

Rudolf Dassler

Both Adolf and Rudolf Dassler

Explanation. Adidas was founded by brothers Adolf and Rudolf Dassler in 1924.

Kanye West

Alexander Wang

Question 2

What does adidas stand for?

A Dansler In Disguise

Adolf's initials

Combination of Adolf's nickname and first three letters of his last name

Explanation. The brand's unusual name comes from Adolf's nickname, 'Adi,' and the first three letters of his last name.

An acronym for Athletic Design In Sports

A German word meaning 'speed'

Question 3

What was adidas's first innovation?

Basketball shoes

Soccer shoes with screw-in studs

Explanation. Adidas introduced many innovations, including the first soccer shoes with screw-in studs.

Track suits

Sports watches

Golf clubs

Question 4

Who was adidas's first collaboration with in the music industry?

Michael Jackson

Madonna

Run-D.M.C.

Explanation. Adidas was the first sportswear brand to collaborate with a hip-hop group, Run-D.M.C., in the '80s.

The Beatles

Elvis Presley

Question 5

What is adidas's commitment to sustainability?

To plant a tree for every product sold

To use only recycled polyester in its products by 2024

Explanation. Adidas has committed to sustainability, pledging to use only recycled polyester in its products by 2024.

To stop producing plastic shoes

To reduce the use of water in production

To use only organic cotton in its products

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