
Jackie Robinson Small Group Activity RI 7.3
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Jackie in his Montreal Royals Uniform outside the Dodger’s Clubhouse
When Branch Rickey talked with Robinson before the season he said: “Jackie (Robinson), we’ve got no army. There’s
virtually nobody on our side. No owners, no umpires, very few newspapermen. And I’m afraid that many fans will be
hostile. We’ll be in a tough position. We can win only if we can convince the world that I’m doing this because you’re a
great ballplayer, a fine gentleman.”
What concern did Branch Rickey express to Jackie Robinson about their position in the league?
They had many supporters in the media.
They would face hostility from fans.
They had a strong team of players.
They were favored to win the championship.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Jackie in his Montreal Royals Uniform outside the Dodger’s Clubhouse
When Branch Rickey talked with Robinson before the season he said: “Jackie (Robinson), we’ve got no army. There’s
virtually nobody on our side. No owners, no umpires, very few newspapermen. And I’m afraid that many fans will be
hostile. We’ll be in a tough position. We can win only if we can convince the world that I’m doing this because you’re a
great ballplayer, a fine gentleman.”
According to Branch Rickey, what was essential for their success in integrating Jackie Robinson into the league?
Having a large number of fans on their side.
Convincing people that Robinson was a great ballplayer and gentleman.
Recruiting more players to join their cause.
Gaining support from other team owners.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
Jackie in his Montreal Royals Uniform outside the Dodger’s Clubhouse
When Branch Rickey talked with Robinson before the season he said: “Jackie (Robinson), we’ve got no army. There’s
virtually nobody on our side. No owners, no umpires, very few newspapermen. And I’m afraid that many fans will be
hostile. We’ll be in a tough position. We can win only if we can convince the world that I’m doing this because you’re a
great ballplayer, a fine gentleman.”
What do the phrases "no army" and "virtually nobody on our side" imply about the challenges faced by Jackie Robinson and Branch Rickey?
They had many allies in their fight for equality.
They were isolated and lacked support from influential people.
They were confident in their ability to succeed.
They had a strong plan to win over the fans.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
John Jorgensen, Pee Wee Reese, Ed Stanky and Jackie Robinson on opening day 1947
Jackie’s feat was a watershed moment in the history of our country. Blacks had struggled for years against Jim Crow
laws, discrimination in voting rights, and even simple human decencies such as where they could use a rest room,
what hotels they could stay in or what part of the bus that they could sit. In baseball many white fans were upset that
blacks would be coming to see Robinson in stadiums that they would not have been allowed in before. Players from
other teams heckled Robinson, he received hate mail, people sent made death threats, and he was spiked and spit
on. But Jackie Robinson kept his pledge to Dodgers owner Branch Rickey not to lash out at his tormentors, as Rickey
told him that he needed a man “with enough guts not to strike back.” In doing so his on field performance and poise
under pressure won him the National League Rookie of the Year honor in 1947.
What significant challenge did Jackie Robinson face on opening day in 1947?
He was celebrated by all fans.
He was heckled and received hate mail.
He won the game easily.
He was immediately accepted by all players.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
John Jorgensen, Pee Wee Reese, Ed Stanky and Jackie Robinson on opening day 1947
Jackie’s feat was a watershed moment in the history of our country. Blacks had struggled for years against Jim Crow
laws, discrimination in voting rights, and even simple human decencies such as where they could use a rest room,
what hotels they could stay in or what part of the bus that they could sit. In baseball many white fans were upset that
blacks would be coming to see Robinson in stadiums that they would not have been allowed in before. Players from
other teams heckled Robinson, he received hate mail, people sent made death threats, and he was spiked and spit
on. But Jackie Robinson kept his pledge to Dodgers owner Branch Rickey not to lash out at his tormentors, as Rickey
told him that he needed a man “with enough guts not to strike back.” In doing so his on field performance and poise
under pressure won him the National League Rookie of the Year honor in 1947.
How did Jackie Robinson respond to the discrimination he faced from fans and players?
He quit playing baseball.
He lashed out at his tormentors.
He adhered to his promise not to retaliate.
He became angry and refused to play.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 1 pt
John Jorgensen, Pee Wee Reese, Ed Stanky and Jackie Robinson on opening day 1947
Jackie’s feat was a watershed moment in the history of our country. Blacks had struggled for years against Jim Crow
laws, discrimination in voting rights, and even simple human decencies such as where they could use a rest room,
what hotels they could stay in or what part of the bus that they could sit. In baseball many white fans were upset that
blacks would be coming to see Robinson in stadiums that they would not have been allowed in before. Players from
other teams heckled Robinson, he received hate mail, people sent made death threats, and he was spiked and spit
on. But Jackie Robinson kept his pledge to Dodgers owner Branch Rickey not to lash out at his tormentors, as Rickey
told him that he needed a man “with enough guts not to strike back.” In doing so his on field performance and poise
under pressure won him the National League Rookie of the Year honor in 1947.
What was the outcome of Jackie Robinson's perseverance during his first season?
He was banned from the league.
He became the National League Rookie of the Year.
He was traded to another team.
He received no recognition for his efforts.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean to "analyze" something in literature or history?
To summarize the main points
To break it into smaller components for study
To compare it with other works
To memorize important facts
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
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