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What sports did Jackie play while attending John Muir High School?
What sports did Jackie play while attending John Muir High School?
- Baseball, basketball, and tennis
- Football, basketball, baseball, and tennis (correct)
- Football, soccer, and volleyball
- Soccer, basketball, and track
What position did Jackie play on the baseball team at John Muir High School?
What position did Jackie play on the baseball team at John Muir High School?
- Pitcher
- Shortstop and catcher (correct)
- Outfielder
- First baseman
Which team position did Jackie play in track and field during high school?
Which team position did Jackie play in track and field during high school?
- Discus thrower
- Sprinter
- Long jumper (correct)
- Pole vaulter
What records did Jackie break at Pasadena Junior College?
What records did Jackie break at Pasadena Junior College?
What position did Jackie play on the football team at Pasadena Junior College?
What position did Jackie play on the football team at Pasadena Junior College?
What was the most challenging aspect of Jackie's time off the field when traveling with his teammates?
What was the most challenging aspect of Jackie's time off the field when traveling with his teammates?
Why were some of Jackie's teammates unhappy about him joining the Dodgers?
Why were some of Jackie's teammates unhappy about him joining the Dodgers?
What significant event occurred just six days before the start of the 1947 baseball season?
What significant event occurred just six days before the start of the 1947 baseball season?
Who among Jackie's teammates stood up for him when others expressed discontent?
Who among Jackie's teammates stood up for him when others expressed discontent?
What reason did Pee Wee Reese give for supporting Jackie?
What reason did Pee Wee Reese give for supporting Jackie?