Jackie R & MLK Quiz

Who was the first African American to play baseball in the major leagues?

• Rosa Parks

• Jackie Robinson

• Martin Luther King JR

Where was Jackie Robinson born?

• Georgia

• California

• South Carolina

Why was Jackie Robinson considered a hero?

• He played baseball.

• He got into fights whenever people treated him unfairly.

• He stood up for all people's civil rights.

What did Jackie Robinson join in the 1940's?

• the air force

• the marines

• the army

What happened when Jackie Robinson refused to give up his seat on the bus to a white man?

• He was laughed at

• He was court-martialed.

• He was given a prize.

How did Jackie standing up for others help African Americans?

• It helped African Americans buy groceries.

• It helped African Americans have opportunities to play professional sports.

• It helped African Americans listen to music.

What did Martin Luther King Jr stand up for?

• For all people to have equal civil rights.

• For some people to play football.

• For women to have the right to vote.

Where was MLK Jr born?

• New York

• Atlanta

• Springfield

What ways did MLK Jr help to end segregation?

• He led protests that used weapons and bad words.

• He led peaceful, nonviolent protests.

• He beat up the people who treated others unfairly.

Which day do we celebrate MLK JR?

• The first Tuesday of every month.

• The third Thursday of February.

• The third Monday in January.