Babe Ruth's body lies in state at Yankee Stadium prior to his 1948 funeral

Babe Ruth's body lies in state at Yankee Stadium prior to his 1948 funeral

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The transcript discusses the impact of Babe Ruth on Yankee Stadium and baseball. It highlights how his achievements helped finance the stadium and his status as a baseball icon. The narrative concludes with his passing at age 53 due to cancer, and the public mourning that followed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cost of Yankee Stadium, which was funded by Babe Ruth's achievements?

$4,000,000

$3,000,000

$2,000,000

$1,000,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did crowds flock to Yankee Stadium?

To see the Yankees' new uniforms

To attend a concert

To enjoy the stadium's architecture

To watch the Yankees play against their opponents

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long was Babe Ruth an idol for baseball fans?

15 years

20 years

22 years

25 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Babe Ruth's body laid in state after his passing?

At a baseball hall of fame

In a museum

At the Yankee Stadium's Rotunda

In his hometown

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Babe Ruth pass away?

50

51

52

53