Bill Russell, NBA Great And Celtics Legend, Dies At 88

Bill Russell, NBA Great And Celtics Legend, Dies At 88

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History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses the life and achievements of a Hall of Fame center and eleven-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics, who was also a civil rights activist. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2010. The announcement of his passing at age 88 was made by his family, stating he died peacefully with his wife, Janine, by his side.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which team did the Hall of Fame center play for during his NBA career?

Chicago Bulls

Los Angeles Lakers

Boston Celtics

Miami Heat

2.

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How many NBA championships did the Hall of Fame center win?

Five

Thirteen

Seven

Eleven

3.

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In which year did the Hall of Fame center receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

2005

2010

2015

2020

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was one of the Hall of Fame center's roles outside of basketball?

A professional golfer

A renowned chef

A famous actor

A civil rights activist

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30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did the Hall of Fame center pass away?

78

90

82

88