1949 Baseball Season First Game

1949 Baseball Season First Game

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Interactive Video

Sports, History, Journalism

6th - 8th Grade

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The video covers the opening day of the baseball season in Washington, where the Senators face the Philadelphia A's. Notable attendees include Vice President Barkley and Senator Vandenberg, but the spotlight is on President Truman, who throws the first pitch. The video also highlights other significant news, such as Joe DiMaggio's health issues, which could affect the New York Yankees' performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who threw the first pitch on the opening day of the baseball season in Washington?

Vice President Barkley

Senator Vandenberg

President Truman

Joe DiMaggio

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which teams played on the opening day in Washington?

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants

Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals

Washington Senators vs. Philadelphia A's

New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of President Truman during the opening day of the baseball season?

He was a spectator in the stands

He was a commentator for the game

He played as a pitcher for the Senators

He threw the ceremonial first pitch

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the major concern for Joe DiMaggio at the start of the season?

A new team transfer

A heel injury

Retirement plans

Contract negotiations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Joe DiMaggio in the hospital at the start of the season?

He was visiting a friend

He was receiving treatment for an ailing heel

He was signing autographs for fans

He was attending a charity event