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what does the number "42" represent in the movie ?
the year Jackie Robinson was born
the number of games he played in his first season
Jackie's jersey number
Jackie's age when he started playing baseball
2
Who was Branch Rickey in the film?
A sports journalist
Jackie Robinson's teammate
The general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers
Jackie Robinson's coach
3
Which team did Jackie Robinson play for before joining the Brooklyn Dodgers?
The Boston Red Sox
The New York Yankees
The Chicago Cubs
The Kansas City Monarchs
4
What was the reaction of some of Jackie's teammates when he first joined the Dodgers?
They celebrated his arrival
They ignored him completely
They were all immediately supportive
Some threatened to quit, demanded trades & signed petitions
5
What was Jackie Robinson's educational background before baseball?
He was homeschooled
He dropped out of high school
He attended UCLA
He went to Harvard
6
What important promise did Branch Rickey ask Jackie Robinson to make?
To never talk to the press
To always play his best
To not fight back against racism
To help other Black players join the team
7
What is the main theme of the movie "42"?
The importance of winning
The history of baseball
Family relationships
Breaking racial barriers and fighting discrimination
8
What was the name of the minor league team Jackie played for first?
Toronto Maple Leafs
Syracuse Chiefs
Buffalo Bisons
Montreal Royals
9
What is the profession of Wendell Smith in the film?
Baseball player
Coach
Team manager
Sports journalist
10
Who helped ensure the authenticity of the film’s portrayal of Robinson?
Spike Lee
Wendell Smith
Jackie Robinson's mother
Rachel (aka Rae) Robinson
11
What was Jackie Robinson's wife's name ?
Mary
Helen
Rae
Sarah
12
How does the movie end?
With Jackie Robinson winning the World Series
With a text about his legacy and impact
With Jackie Robinson becoming a coach
With Jackie Robinson's retirement
13
What major challenge did Jackie Robinson face throughout the film?
Racial discrimination and hatred
Learning how to play baseball
Financial problems
Injury problems
14
Who publicly supports Jackie Robinson by putting his arm around him during a game?
the umpire (= referee)
Pee Wee Reese
Leo Durocher
Wendell Smith
15
Who said, "I don't know who he is, I don't know where he is, but he is coming?"
Jackie Robinson
Branch Rickey
Ralph Branca
Leo Derocher
16
What was the name of the opposing manager who was particularly hostile to Jackie Robinson?
Connie Mack
Leo Durocher
Casey Stengel
Ben Chapman
17
Which teammate eventually became Jackie Robinson's friend and supporter?
Ralph Branca
Pee Wee Reese
Duke Snider
Roy Campanella
18
In which year is the movie primarily set?
1950-1952
1948-1950
1945-1947
1940-1942
19
the movie 42 is based on a true story
False
True
20
In the movie, what does Branch Rickey compare Jackie Robinson's situation to?
A sports competition
A test from God
A business transaction
A war
21
How did many fans react to Jackie Robinson at first?
They were indifferent
Many were hostile and racist
They were all supportive
They ignored him completely
22
Which actor plays Branch Rickey ?
Harrison Ford
Tom Cruise
Robert De Niro
Liam Neeson
23
what position did Jackie Robinson primarily play?
1st base
2nd base
catcher
pitcher
