Jackie Robinson Quiz

What sport was Jackie Robinson primarily known for playing professionally?

• Football

• Basketball

• Baseball

• Track and Field

In what year did Jackie Robinson break the color barrier in Major League Baseball?

• 1945

• 1947

• 1950

• 1955

What team did Jackie Robinson play for during his Major League Baseball career?

• New York Yankees

• Boston Red Sox

• Brooklyn Dodgers

• St. Louis Cardinals

Who was the general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers who played a crucial role in bringing Jackie Robinson to the team?

• Walter Johnson

• Branch Rickey

• Leo Durocher

• Casey Stengel

What college did Jackie Robinson attend and excel in multiple sports?

• Harvard University

• University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

• Yale University

• Stanford University

Before playing in the Major Leagues, Jackie Robinson played in the Negro Leagues for which team?

• Kansas City Monarchs

• Pittsburgh Crawfords

• Homestead Grays

• Birmingham Black Barons

What significant award did Jackie Robinson win in his rookie season?

• Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award

• Cy Young Award

• Rookie of the Year Award

Beyond his athletic achievements, Jackie Robinson was also a vocal advocate for what?

• Environmental protection

• Civil rights and social justice

• Space exploration

• Animal welfare

What number did Jackie Robinson famously wear during his time with the Brooklyn Dodgers?

• 42

• 99

• 23

• 1

What is a lasting legacy of Jackie Robinson's career beyond his baseball skills?

• His successful career as a musician after baseball.

• His role in desegregating professional sports and American society.

• His invention of a popular sports equipment.

• His record for the most home runs in a single season.