The Origins of Lou Gehrig’s Day

The Origins of Lou Gehrig’s Day

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9th - 10th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Sandra describe the impact of Brian's ALS diagnosis on their family?

As a personal challenge only for Brian

As a diagnosis for the entire family

As an opportunity for growth

As a minor inconvenience

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial symptom that led Brian to seek medical advice?

Vision problems

Back pain

Severe headaches

A persistent cough

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Sandra's initial reaction to the idea of starting a new nonprofit for ALS?

She was excited and eager

She found the idea daunting and difficult

She was indifferent

She immediately agreed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Sandra and Brian collaborate with to establish IMA LS?

Rahm Emanuel

Mary Science

Jeff Science

Dan Tate

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant financial achievement did Sandra and Brian accomplish for ALS research?

$83 million

$50 million

$100 million

$120 million

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event did ALS patients successfully establish with Major League Baseball?

ALS Awareness Month

Lou Gehrig Day

ALS Charity Match

ALS Marathon

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Sandra emphasize as crucial in influencing decisions and advancing ALS research?

Media coverage

Government policies

Public pressure and awareness

Scientific breakthroughs