Joe Louis spars with partner in New Jersey, comments on upcoming 1938 match against Max Schmeling

Joe Louis spars with partner in New Jersey, comments on upcoming 1938 match against Max Schmeling

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The transcript discusses a boxer's decision to face Max Schmeling, the only man to have defeated him professionally. Young Joe explains his motivation, noting that while Schmeling is older, he has become smarter and more experienced in boxing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the only man to have defeated the fighter in his professional career?

Joe Louis

Muhammad Ali

Rocky Marciano

Max Schmeling

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the fighter's attitude towards facing Max Schmeling again?

He is indifferent about the match.

He is eager to prove himself.

He is confident due to his improved skills.

He is reluctant because he feels unprepared.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reason does the fighter give for his increased confidence?

He has a better diet plan.

He is two years smarter in boxing.

He has learned new techniques.

He has a new coach.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the fighter view the age difference between him and Max Schmeling?

As a disadvantage for himself.

As a reason to retire.

As an advantage for himself.

As irrelevant to the match.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the fighter's main reason for not fearing the upcoming match?

He has a larger fan base.

He is two years smarter.

He is physically stronger.

He has a new strategy.