Jackie Robinson: Legacy and Impact

The video tutorial covers the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson, a pioneering African American baseball player. Born in Georgia, Jackie excelled in multiple sports at UCLA and served in the army during World War II. He broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball with the Brooklyn Dodgers, facing significant discrimination but showing immense courage. Jackie won Rookie of the Year and was the first African American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. His number 42 is retired across all teams. After retiring, Jackie continued to advocate for civil rights, leaving a lasting impact on American society.

Where was Jackie Robinson born?

• Cairo, Georgia

• Augusta, Georgia

• Atlanta, Georgia

• Savannah, Georgia

Which college did Jackie Robinson attend?

• Yale University

• UCLA

• Stanford University

• Harvard University

What was Jackie Robinson's response to being asked to sit at the back of a segregated military bus?

• He filed a complaint.

• He complied with the order.

• He refused and was arrested.

• He left the army.

Which team did Jackie Robinson first play for in the major leagues?

• Boston Red Sox

• Chicago Cubs

• Brooklyn Dodgers

• New York Yankees

What significant achievement did Jackie Robinson earn in his first year in the major leagues?

• Silver Slugger Award

• Gold Glove Award

• Rookie of the Year

• Most Valuable Player

What number was retired across all Major League Baseball teams in honor of Jackie Robinson?

• 32

• 52

• 24

• 42

What annual event honors Jackie Robinson's contributions to baseball and civil rights?

• Baseball Equality Day

• Robinson Memorial Game

• Jackie Robinson Day

• Civil Rights Game

After retiring from baseball, what did Jackie Robinson continue to advocate for?

• Environmental conservation

• Space exploration

• Equal rights for all

• Animal rights

What was Jackie Robinson's perspective on freedom in America?

• Freedom is a myth.

• No one is free until everyone is free.

• Freedom is only for the privileged.

• Freedom is a personal journey.

When did Jackie Robinson pass away?

• January 10, 1970

• October 24, 1972

• November 15, 1975

• December 1, 1980