Fans cheer as Jackie Robinson plays baseball with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Fans cheer as Jackie Robinson plays baseball with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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Jackie Robinson was given a chance to play in the Major League. Despite a modest debut, he excelled with a .297 batting average and was named Rookie of the Year. His achievements were remarkable given the severe racial challenges he faced, including protests and death threats.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What opportunity was given to Robinson in the Major League?

He was allowed to coach a team.

He was given a chance to be a commentator.

He was given a chance to play like any other player.

He was made the team manager.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Robinson perform in his Major League debut?

He was the top scorer of the game.

He hit a home run in his first game.

He had one hit in four at-bats.

He was injured and couldn't play.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Robinson's batting average by the end of the season?

0.250

0.297

0.275

0.320

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which award did Robinson receive for his performance?

Best Newcomer

Player of the Month

Most Valuable Player

Rookie of the Year

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges did Robinson face during his career?

Financial difficulties and lack of training facilities.

Protests by the Ku Klux Klan and death threats.

Language barriers and cultural differences.

Injuries and lack of support from teammates.