Jackie Robinson: Breaking Baseball's Color Barrier

Jackie Robinson, born in 1919, excelled in sports and became the first black MLB player in 1947. Despite facing racism, he won Rookie of the Year and MVP awards. Post-retirement, he was active in civil rights. His number 42 is retired in MLB, and his legacy is celebrated annually on Jackie Robinson Day.

What sports did Jackie Robinson excel in during his high school years?

• Baseball, Soccer, Tennis, and Track

• Baseball, Basketball, Football, and Track

• Basketball, Football, Tennis, and Swimming

• Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, and Track

What significant event occurred during Jackie Robinson's military service?

• He became a pilot

• He was promoted to General

• He refused to move to the back of an Army bus

• He was awarded a Medal of Honor

Which team did Jackie Robinson first sign with in professional baseball?

• Chicago Cubs

• Brooklyn Dodgers

• Kansas City Monarchs

• New York Yankees

What was Jackie Robinson's major achievement in 1947?

• Winning the World Series

• Being inducted into the Hall of Fame

• Becoming the first black Major League Baseball player in the modern era

• Winning the National League MVP

In which year did Jackie Robinson win the National League Most Valuable Player award?

• 1955

• 1947

• 1949

• 1957

After retiring from baseball, what movement did Jackie Robinson become a leader in?

• Women's Rights Movement

• Civil Rights Movement

• Environmental Movement

• Labor Movement

What honor was bestowed upon Jackie Robinson's jersey number in 1997?

• It was given to another player

• It was retired forever by Major League Baseball

• It was changed to a different number

• It was displayed in the Baseball Hall of Fame