Brooklyn Dodgers Win 1955 World Series

In 1955, the Brooklyn Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in a thrilling World Series that went down to the wire, tied at three games each. The tension peaked when a fly ball dropped between Duke Snider and Junior Gilliam, resulting in a fluke double. However, a sensational backhanded catch by the left fielder turned the tide. The final out was recorded, and the Brooklyn Dodgers celebrated their first World Series victory in 55 years, sending fans into a frenzy.

In the 1955 World Series, which two teams were tied at three games each?

• New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies

• Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants

• Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs

• Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Yankees

What unusual event happened between Duke Snider and Junior Gilliam during the game?

• A fly ball dropped between them for a fluke double

• They collided while catching a ball

• They were both ejected from the game

• They both hit home runs in the same inning

Who made a sensational backhanded catch to compensate for the earlier mishap?

• Yogi Berra

• Duke Snider

• Junior Gilliam

• Sandy Amoros

How many years had it been since the Brooklyn Dodgers last won the World Series before 1955?

• 60 years

• 55 years

• 50 years

• 45 years

What was the reaction of the stands when the final out was recorded?

• The stands booed loudly

• The stands erupted in cheers

• The stands were evacuated

• The stands went silent