Atlanta Funeral Service Held For Hank Aaron

Atlanta Funeral Service Held For Hank Aaron

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video highlights the life and career of Aaron, a baseball legend who passed away at 86. Known for his powerful batting and civil rights advocacy, Aaron faced racism and death threats while pursuing Babe Ruth's home run record, which he broke in 1974. He concluded his career with 755 home runs, leaving a lasting legacy in both sports and social justice.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What age did Aaron pass away?

76

96

86

66

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In addition to his baseball prowess, what was Aaron known for?

His acting career

His civil rights advocacy

His political career

His musical talent

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major challenge did Aaron face while pursuing Babe Ruth's record?

Injuries

Financial difficulties

Racism and death threats

Lack of support from his team

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did Aaron break Babe Ruth's home run record?

1970

1976

1974

1972

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many home runs did Aaron achieve by the end of his career?

850

800

755

700