NY Yankees' Don Larsen pitches no-hitter against Brooklyn Dodgers in the 5th game of the 1956 World Series

NY Yankees' Don Larsen pitches no-hitter against Brooklyn Dodgers in the 5th game of the 1956 World Series

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video recounts a historic baseball game where Don Lawson of the New York Yankees pitches a perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers. The narrative highlights key moments, including Mickey Mantle's home run and the final innings where Lawson secures his place in baseball history as the first player in 34 years to achieve a World Series no-hitter. The video captures the excitement and significance of this rare achievement in baseball.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the pitcher for the New York Yankees during this historic game?

Sal Magli

Don Lawson

Mickey Mantle

Dale Mitchell

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which team was Don Lawson pitching against in this game?

Boston Red Sox

Chicago Cubs

Brooklyn Dodgers

Los Angeles Angels

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Mickey Mantle contribute to during the game?

He made a game-winning catch.

He pitched a no-hitter.

He hit his third home run of the World Series.

He stole home base.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many batters did Don Lawson face in the ninth inning?

Three

Two

Five

Four

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Don Lawson's achievement in this game?

First player to win three consecutive MVP awards.

First player to steal three bases in a single game.

First player to pitch a no-hitter in the World Series in 34 years.

First player to hit a grand slam in the World Series.