Jackie Robinson and Baseball

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

• Babe Ruth

• Jackie Robinson

• Lou Gehrig

• Hank Aaron

What did players do to Jackie Robinson when he first started playing in the major leagues?

• They cheered for him

• They ignored him

• They threatened him and spat upon him

• They gave him gifts

How did Jackie Robinson respond to the threats and wild pitches?

• He complained

• He quit playing

• He did not complain

• He fought back

What did Jackie Robinson talk about later in his life?

• His favorite baseball games

• What he had gone through to help others understand discrimination

• His favorite foods

• His family

What did Jackie Robinson's actions help bring about?

• More baseball games

• More opportunities for African Americans

• New baseball rules

• More baseball teams

Jackie Robinson is best know for ...

• Being the first man to play Major League Baseball.

• Being an awesome college baseball player.

• Being the first African American man to play Major League Baseball.

• Being the first African American man to play Major League Basketball.

What other sport did Jackie Robinson excel in at UCLA?

• Basketball

• Football

• Track and Field

• All of the above