Batter Up! MLB Opening Day Is Here

Major League Baseball teams are starting a new season, but a recent AP NORC poll shows a decline in the game's popularity, with only a quarter of Americans identifying as fans. The poll highlights that 32% of Americans over 45 follow the game, compared to 22% of young adults. Despite being fans, many did not follow the 99-day lockout that delayed the season. Attendance at games has reached a 37-year low.

What event is being marked by Major League Baseball teams across the country?

• The World Series

• The All-Star Game

• The start of a new season

• The end of the season

According to the poll, what fraction of Americans consider themselves MLB fans?

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/5

Which age group has a higher percentage of MLB followers?

• Older adults

• Middle-aged adults

• Young adults

• Teenagers

What significant event did many MLB fans not follow?

• The All-Star Game

• The 99-day lockout

• The opening game

• The World Series

What record did MLB attendance hit recently?

• A 10-year high

• A 50-year high

• A 37-year low

• A 20-year low