1955 World Series Radio Broadcast
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Who is Jackie Robinson in the text?

  • A pinch hitter for the Dodgers
  • A pitcher for the Yankees
  • A catcher for the Dodgers
  • A baserunner for the Dodgers (correct)

    • What does Abigail feel when screams echo throughout the stadium?

  • A swelling in her chest (correct)
  • An urge to turn off the radio
  • An intense desire to leave the stadium
  • An overwhelming sense of fear

    • Why does Papa talk about Jackie Robinson all the time?

  • Because he is a famous singer
  • Because he is a movie star
  • Because he is also a family member
  • Because he is Papa's favorite player (correct)

    • What was Jackie Robinson doing while Ford started his windup?

    <p>Stealing home plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Papa do when Abigail mentions Jackie Robinson's daring maneuver?

    <p>He expresses his disappointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Ford glance at third from the mound?

    <p>To make Jackie Robinson step back on the bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Yogi Berra doing when Ford fires the ball to him?

    <p>Catching the ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Abigail feel when she sees Papa's somber expression?

    <p>Sad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Abigail feel like when she hears about Robinson's daring maneuver?

    <p>She feels like she could fly to the moon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is giving the umpire a piece of his mind in the text?

    <p>Yogi Berra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Abigail's emotional response when she hears about Robinson's daring maneuver?

    <p>She feels like she could fly to the moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the score in the game between the Yankees and Dodgers at the time of the daring maneuver?

    <p>Yankees ahead by two runs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Papa's reaction when Robinson makes a dash for home plate?

    <p>He sinks back into his chair, shaking his head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Abigail feel when she tears herself from the radio to face Papa?

    <p>She feels happy and excited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the radio describe Jackie Robinson as doing when Whitey Ford starts his windup?

    <p>Making a dash for home plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is at bat with a 1-0 count on Brooklyn pinch hitter Frank Kellert?

    <p>Jackie Robinson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Yogi Berra doing when Ford fires the ball to him?

    <p>Catching the ball to tag Jackie Robinson out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Abigail feel when screams echo throughout the stadium?

    <p>'She feels like she could fly to the moon'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Papa talk about Jackie Robinson all the time?

    <p>He admires Robinson's skills and bravery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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