The History Of The High Five

The History Of The High Five

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video explores the origin and evolution of the high five, a gesture commonly used in sports and celebrations. It highlights the role of the Los Angeles Dodgers, particularly Dusty Baker and Glenn Burke, in popularizing the gesture. The high five has since become a global phenomenon, with its inclusion in the Oxford English Dictionary and the establishment of National High Five Day. The gesture has evolved into various forms, such as the low five and air five, and is used to celebrate a wide range of achievements.

Read more

2 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the moment when Glenn Burke celebrated with Dusty Baker.

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What role did the Oxford English Dictionary play in the history of the high five?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF