Fun Facts about Jackie Robinson for Kids

The video explores the life of Jackie Robinson, highlighting his early years, military service, and groundbreaking career in Major League Baseball as the first African American player. Despite facing racial discrimination, Robinson's perseverance and talent made him an iconic figure in sports and civil rights. His induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 solidified his legacy as a trailblazer who demonstrated the importance of unity and equality in sports and society.

In which year was Jackie Robinson born?

• 1921

• 1920

• 1919

• 1922

What was Jackie Robinson's role in the military?

• Army

• Marines

• Air Force

• Navy

What does 'segregated' mean in the context of baseball leagues?

• None of the above

• Integrated by race

• Separated by race

• Mixed by race

Which team did Jackie Robinson play his first Major League game for?

• Dodgers

• Red Sox

• Giants

• Yankees

In what year did Jackie Robinson play his first game for the Dodgers?

• 1948

• 1947

• 1945

• 1946

How did Jackie Robinson respond to the unfair treatment he received?

• He retaliated

• He quit baseball

• He stayed positive and focused on his game

• He fought back

What did Jackie Robinson prove by not giving up?

• That only certain races should play baseball

• That players should play together regardless of race

• That baseball is not for everyone

• That segregation is necessary

In which year was Jackie Robinson inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

• 1952

• 1982

• 1972

• 1962

What did Jackie Robinson's induction into the Hall of Fame commemorate?

• His coaching career

• His contributions to baseball and his resilience

• His military service

• His family life

What lesson did Jackie Robinson's life teach about working together?

• Competition is more important than cooperation

• We are better when we work together than when we are separated

• Individual effort is all that matters

• Segregation is beneficial