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What was Jackie Robinson's immediate task in 1946?
His immediate task was to make the roster of the Montreal Royals, Brooklyn’s AAA affiliate
What was Malcolm X's path to become a voice for the Nation of Islam and black power and strength?
Lost his dad at a young age, bug city hustler, boston, new york, detroit, and he was in Jail/prison before the nation of Islam for stealing
He emerged as a new person and Elijah saw potential in him
Discuss the significance of Serena Williams' achievements in tennis and the challenges she faced?
Serena Williams achieved a lot in tennis with 23 Grand Slam titles. She faced challenges like racism and body shaming, but her resilience made her a trailblazer for inclusivity and body positivity in sports.
What is the significance of Secretariat's heart in the context of horse racing?
Secretariat's heart, which was twice the size of a normal horse's heart, is referred to as the "X factor." It is considered a crucial factor in a horse's exceptional performance.
Sir Barton
Where is Roger Bannister from and and where is John Landy from?
England and AUSTRALIA
What was the name of the common ancestor both secretariat and sham share that give them the x factor?
Princequilo
Bc there was three different horses that won the triple crown,
secretariat
seattle slew
affirmed
Name the athelets that cam beofre tiger woods and serena willaims in resoct to their sports?
TW - Charlie Sifford, Lee Elder, Calvin Peete
SW - Athlease Gibson, Zina Garrison, and Venus Wiliams
How did Ali wage psychological warfare in 1964, leading up to his fight with Sonny Liston?
Ali stalked Liston, creating a spectacle before the fight, including a bus outside Liston's house and antics at the weigh-in, which contributed to Liston's intimidation.
How did the FBI chip away from Elijah Muhammed
They had informants who infiltrated the Nation who were reporting on ELijah’s infidelity which finds its way to Malcolm X
Elijah’s kids started planting the seed that Malcolm is coming for Elijah’s job and since he was not in the best health they tried to drive a wedge in their relationship
Why did Branch Rickey and Wendell Smith play crucial roles in desegregating professional sports?
Branch Rickey, as the owner and president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, initiated the desegregation effort. Wendell Smith, a sports editor, actively advocated for desegregation and suggested Jackie Robinson as a suitable candidate. Their collaboration was pivotal in breaking the color barrier in baseball.
What made the "Mile of the Century" at Vancouver's Empire Stadium historic?
It featured a showdown between England's Roger Bannister and Australia's John Landy, both of whom had broken the 4-minute mile barrier earlier in the year.
What was Muhammed Ali's previous name?
Cassius Clay
In what ways did Tiger Woods and Serena Williams break barriers in their sports?
Tiger broke racial barriers in golf as a person of African and Asian descent. Serena, as a Black woman, broke barriers in tennis. Both redefined success in their sports, inspiring others.
How did Secretariat perform in the three races of the Triple Crown in 1973?
Secretariat won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes, setting records in each race and becoming one of the thirteen Triple Crown winners
In what years were there triple crown winners since? Hint there were 2
2015 - American Pahraoh
2018 - Justify
tRUE OR False did baseball owners know that there was talent among african americans?
True
Who was Wendell Smith, and what was his role in Jackie Robinson's journey?
Wendell Smith was a sports editor for the Pittsburgh Courier. He actively campaigned for desegregation in his writing and suggested Jackie Robinson to Branch Rickey as a player with thick skin and talent. Smith also served as Robinson's counselor.
How did the paths of Roger Bannister and John Landy converge at the "Mile of the Century"?
Both Bannister and Landy were motivated by bitter disappointments in the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, which fueled their determination to break the 4-minute mile.
What significance did Jackie Robinson's appearance in spring training have in Daytona Beach?
Hotels refused to let Robinson stay with his white teammates, but his presence led to the integration of the stadium in Daytona Beach, challenging racial segregation norms.
True or False, did Jackie Robinson play 4 sports at UCLA and was he the first african american to play MLB?
Why did George Plmpton say "Secretariat was the only honest thing in the country at the time… where the public so often looks for the metaphor of simple, uncomplication excellence, the big red horse has come along and provided it"
Because.. of the watergate conspiracy happening at the time and americans involvement in the Vietnam War
Republican operative broke into democratic headquarters and bugged the HQ but they were caught and sent to jail
Person who was running it was a CIA operative and had been approved very high up
Resulted in the need for a President to resign
Secretariat was huge as he made great TV, won races, he provided an escape for people in America
Get away from negativity of the Vietnam War
Who was the rival horse Secretariat would race against?
Sham
Explain the coin toss between penny chenery and ogden phipps?
Ogden Phipps won the coin flip and chose Bold Ruler foal leaving what wound up being Secretariat to Penny Chenerey