Jackie Robinson:
The Trailblazer
by: Hank Aaron
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Activity Created by: Erika Trautman Irvington
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Pre Reading Questions:
Who is Jackie Robinson?
Why was Jackie Robinson an important figure?
How did he help improve life in America?
Who is Henry (Hank) Aaron?
Why would Hank Aaron write an article about Jackie Robinson?
Using the article from Time Magazine, The Trailblazer: Jackie Robinson, answer the following statements.
1. How did Jackie Robinson's struggles and accomplishments help Henry (Hank) Aaron? Use details from the article to support your answer.
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2. What was America like for Jackie Robinson in 1947? did all people have the same experience? Explain.
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3. Why was Jackie Robinson's cahracter more important than his batting average?
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4. In what ways did Jackie "touch people?" Explain
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5. What was the "Great Experiment?"
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6. What message did Jackie Robinson share with other players?
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7. Why was is appalling that young player did not attend Jackie Robinson's funeral?
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