Growing Up
What was Babe Ruth's real name?
George Herman Ruth, Jr.
At reform school, what skill was he taught?
carpentry
Who did the monks convince to come watch Babe Ruth?
owner of the Baltimore Orioles
In 1914, where did the Orioles sell Babe?
Boston Red Sox
What was the Yankee Stadium in 1923 often called?
"the house that Ruth built."
Where was Babe Ruth born?
Baltimore, Maryland
What did Babe Ruth learn to make?
Shirts
How old was Babe Ruth when he got his first professional baseball contract?
19
In 1914, what was he best known for?
pitching
How many World Series did he win while being on the Red Sox?
3
When was Babe Ruth born?
February 6
Name the monk who got Babe Ruth into baseball?
Brother Matthias
How did the owner feel after seeing Babe Ruth play?
Impressed
Where was Babe Ruth sold to in 1919?
New York Yankees
Was the candy bar named after Babe Ruth?
No
What did Babe Ruth's father run?
saloon
What sport did Babe Ruth play?
baseball
What was his nickname because he was signed at such a young age to play professional baseball?
Babe
How was year did he play for the Yankees?
15
Which hand did Babe Ruth pitch?
left handed
What school did Babe Ruth get send to by his parents because he got into so much trouble?
St. Mary's Industrial School for Boys
What is one position Babe Ruth became an expert in baseball?
pitcher
hitter
fielder
Was Babe Ruth good at baseball?
Yes
How many World Series titles did Babe Ruth help the Yankees win?
4
When did Babe Ruth die?
August 16, 1948.