African American Athletes

Question 1

What was Muhammad Ali’s nickname?

Accepted Answer

The Greatest

Question 2

At what age did Serena Williams win her first U.S. Open?

Accepted Answer

17

Question 3

Jessica Ennis-Hill and Katarina Johnson Thompson are famous for doing what?

Accepted Answer

Heptathlon

Question 4

Who became a major league rookie at the age of 42 in 1948?

Accepted Answer

Leroy "Satchel" Paige

Question 5

How many times did Kobe Bryant win the NBA Championship?

Accepted Answer

5

Question 6

Jesse Owens is considered one of the greatest athletes of his time in which sport?

Accepted Answer

Track and Field

Question 7

Who was the first African American to lead the NFL in rushing?

Accepted Answer

Jim Brown

Question 8

In 1988, Debi Thomas won a medal in which Olympic event?

Accepted Answer

Figure skating

Question 9

LeBron James has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, L. A Lakers and _______?

Accepted Answer

Miami Heat

Question 10

Nikita Parris, Demi Stokes and Jess Carter were a part of which successful team this year?

Accepted Answer

England women's football team

Question 11

Who was the first African American Major League Baseball player?

Accepted Answer

Jackie Robinson

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