Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb Play Golf and Joe DiMaggio Breaks Records

Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb Play Golf and Joe DiMaggio Breaks Records

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The video covers two main stories: the golf rivalry between Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb, and Joe DiMaggio's impressive hitting streak in baseball. Ruth and Cobb, former baseball legends, face off in a golf match for the United Service Organizations, with Ruth ultimately winning. Meanwhile, DiMaggio, a New York Yankees outfielder, is on a remarkable hitting streak, tying and then breaking a modern record with hits in 42 consecutive games, earning admiration from fans and teammates alike.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sport did Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb compete in after their baseball careers?

Tennis

Golf

Basketball

Soccer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Joe DiMaggio's hitting streak when he tied the modern record?

30 games

35 games

40 games

41 games

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Joe DiMaggio tie the modern hitting record?

With a double

With a single

With a home run

With a triple

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the fans when DiMaggio extended his hitting streak to 42 games?

They were disappointed

They were indifferent

They were relieved

They were angry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Joe DiMaggio's achievement for the Yankees?

It was overshadowed by a team loss

It was celebrated as a major team achievement

It was ignored by the team

It was criticized by the media