Boxers Jack Johnson and Jess Willard in the mid-1910s

Boxers Jack Johnson and Jess Willard in the mid-1910s

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History, Physical Ed, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the career of Jack Johnson, a prominent heavyweight boxing champion from 1908 to 1915. Known for his gold teeth, Johnson was a recognizable figure in sports. However, in 1915, he faced Jess Willard, a former circus strongman, and was defeated by the giant from Toledo, Ohio.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the heavyweight champion that dominated boxing from 1908 to 1915?

Muhammad Ali

Jack Johnson

Jess Willard

Mike Tyson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Jack Johnson's distinctive features that fans recognized?

His red gloves

His unique hat

His silver belt

His flashing gold teeth

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did Jack Johnson face Jess Willard?

1910

1912

1915

1918

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Jess Willard's profession before facing Jack Johnson?

A professional wrestler

A football player

A baseball player

A circus strongman

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Jess Willard, the boxer who defeated Jack Johnson, from?

Los Angeles, CA

New York, NY

Chicago, IL

Toledo, OH