We Are the Ship

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What is barnstorming in baseball?

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Barnstorming refers to when players form one team from a mixture of different teams to play exhibition games.

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Who is the author of 'We Are the Ship'?

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Kadir Nelson is the author of 'We Are the Ship'.

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Why were most players in the Negro Leagues not allowed to stay in a hotel for overnight games?

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Most players in the Negro Leagues were not allowed to stay in a hotel due to segregation.

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What is bunting in baseball?

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Bunting is a play in baseball where the batter hits the ball softly.

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What was a major issue that Negro League players faced in major league stadiums?

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Negro League players were not allowed to use the locker rooms due to segregation.

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Define intramurals in the context of sports.

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Intramurals refer to sports competitions within a single institution or organization.

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What does segregation mean?

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Segregation is the enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment.

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What is the significance of the Negro Leagues in baseball history?

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The Negro Leagues were important as they provided opportunities for African American players to showcase their talents during a time of racial segregation.

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What is a base hit in baseball?

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A base hit is when a batter hits the ball and reaches first base safely.

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What is a homerun in baseball?

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A homerun is a hit that allows the batter to round all the bases and score a run.