Harlem globetrotters, 1920s

The Harlem Globetrotters, formed in 1926 by Abe Saperstein, were an all-black touring basketball team known for their entertaining performances and exceptional skills. They played a significant role in popularizing basketball in the United States.

In what year were the Harlem Globetrotters formed?

• 1920

• 1926

• 1930

• 1935

Who was responsible for forming the Harlem Globetrotters?

• LeBron James

• Wilt Chamberlain

• Michael Jordan

• Abe Saperstein

What was unique about the Harlem Globetrotters' touring squad?

• They invented the slam dunk

• They played only in Europe

• They were an all-black team

• They were the first to use a three-point line

How did the Harlem Globetrotters influence the game of basketball?

• By creating the NBA

• By inventing the basketball

• By popularizing the game with their performances

• By introducing the shot clock

What was the primary effect of the Globetrotters' performances on basketball?

• It made basketball an Olympic sport

• It increased the game's popularity

• It led to the creation of new basketball rules

• It caused a decline in basketball's popularity