Jackie Robinson: A Hero On and Off the Field
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
93
Once upon a time, a brave boy named Jackie Robinson loved to play baseball. He was so good that he grew up to play in the Major Leagues! But, it wasn't easy. Some people didn't want Jackie to play because of his skin color. But Jackie was strong. He did not back down and became the first Black player in Major League Baseball. He wore number 42 proudly on his jersey. Jackie taught us to be brave and always do what's right. Even today, he inspires people to be fair and kind to everyone.
Question 1
What sport did Jackie Robinson love to play?
A
Baseball
Explanation. The text states that Jackie Robinson loved to play baseball.
B
Basketball
C
Soccer
D
Tennis
E
Hockey
Question 2
Why did some people not want Jackie to play?
A
Because he was not good enough
B
Because he was too old
C
Because of his skin color
Explanation. The text tells us that some people didn't want Jackie to play because of his skin color.
D
Because he was too young
E
Because he was not from their town
Question 3
What was Jackie's number on his jersey?
A
24
B
42
Explanation. The text states that Jackie wore number 42 on his jersey.
C
36
D
10
E
8
Question 4
Was Jackie the first Black player in Major League Baseball?
A
Yes
Explanation. The text says Jackie became the first Black player in Major League Baseball.
B
No
C
I don't know
D
Maybe
E
Not sure
Question 5
What did Jackie teach us?
A
To be brave and always do what's right
Explanation. The text says Jackie taught us to be brave and always do what's right.
B
To give up when things are hard
C
To only play baseball
D
To not listen to others
E
To only focus on winning
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