Boxer Joe Louis joins the US Army in 1942, does physical labor to train in 1936, and trains in 1946

The transcript discusses the period when the heavyweight boxing crown was inactive during the war. After serving in the military, Joe Louis attempted to return to boxing but found that age had diminished his skills. Despite announcing his retirement in 1949 as an undefeated champion, financial difficulties forced him back into the ring to challenge Desert Charles for the title.

What event caused the heavyweight boxing crown to be put on hold?

• World War II

• Financial difficulties

• A major boxing scandal

• Joe Louis's retirement

What challenge did Joe Louis face when he tried to resume his boxing career after the war?

• Lack of motivation

• Loss of his edge due to aging

• Injury

• New boxing rules

In what year did Joe Louis announce his retirement as an undefeated champion?

• 1951

• 1949

• 1947

• 1945

Why was Joe Louis forced to return to the boxing ring after his retirement?

• Desire to win more titles

• Pressure from fans

• Financial mismanagement

• To train new boxers

Who did Joe Louis challenge for the title upon his return to boxing?

• Ezzard Charles

• Rocky Marciano

• Sonny Liston

• Muhammad Ali