Jackie Robberson book quiz

What were Robinsons objections to Negro League baseball?

There are no contracts, a hand shake or letter offering a salary (had already been scammed before), and NO insurance NOR security. He also didn't see a point in Negro Leagues as more than a short-term proposition.

Characterize Jack Robinson's family and community in Pasadena during his boyhood. How did his race affect his experience?

They farmed South of Cairo Georgia. The climate was brutal, humid air, and frequent thunderstorms. Everything was separated by racial divide challenging this status can cause them their job. The KKK originated Lynching

besides Robersions breakthrough

Truman turned to his executive powers and issued orders prohibiting discrimination in federal employment and to end segregation in the military.

How had blacks been excluded from organized baseball? How had they compensated for this exclusion? How did their baseball experience mirror the realities of America outside of baseball in the years leading up to WW2?

rule had been written in 1867 which banned blacks from the association even as former slaves were just celebrating their emancipation.-They compensated by playing in the minor leagues.-They had dealt with the same issues inside the baseball community as they would have on the outside.

why was Gunnar Myrdal optimistic about the chances for progress in race relations after world war 2

since African Americans earn their standing after serving for the U.S

what experiences did other black players edurre during the 1946 season?

some of the were signed like two other black players to Pitchers John Wright and Roy Partlow both played for Montreal along with Robinson that year. but for some black people they still faced heavy discrimination in their season

What was the American dilemma?

the disjuncture between the American ideals of liberty and equality and the realities of racial prejudice, segregation, and discrimination.

what was the significance of the dodgers top farm team being in Montreal? How did that city ease the path for Robinsion? How did other cities in the international League respond to the pioneer?

As for the Montreal fans, he was immediately accepted and adored. For the rest of his life Robinson was grateful to the Montreal fans for making him and his wife feel welcome. Many international legause felt malicious towards jackie playing.

Characterize Robinson's first year with the Dodgers. Where were some success and failures? How important was his breakthrough in society?

- he was hustling for the batting title, soaring through scores, but by the end he got a heel injury. Still played through it. -he won the batting championship, and got the Most valuable player. Yet he didn't do so well at the Works Series. - Impact by making Dodgers fans out of countless blacks around the country. Inspired future leaders of the black community and undermined the racial stereotypes.

What were the monetary and psychological advantages of separate leagues for blacks and white? Who benefited?

-Black players accomplished much more in the minor leagues, and we're getting paid more than in the majors. -It kept fading in and out due to not enough founding, and provided a welcome source for the majors sine they played at nice ballparks. It reflected the need for more creativity to generate more revenue during the depression.

How would you characterize Robinson's UCLA experience there. What were the Highs and Lows?

-Brutal, aggressive, intense, initiative, work, tension, anticlimactic, milestone, and homecoming was great, and met other that would keep him going.- (Extra)Minorities were barred from most social events and couldn't work in student bookstores, blocked from advanced ROTC, lacked adult role models, NO black faculty member

What other black players entered the leak in 1947? Experiences?

-Dan Bankhand- brought from the Red Sox to the Dodgers -Larry Dobby- played for Indians and the White Sox - brown and Thompson?

Why did Robinson choose UCLA for his final years of college? Why did he not finish?

-He found out that USC was not the place for a black star to shine, close enough to home to permit Jackie to commute, the family favored the bid, they gained connections through the junior college, the New head football coach wa a former star athlete and convinced him through financial aid.-He simply couldn't see how a college degree would help a black man get any sort of professional job.

How did Robinson's background and his desire for respect contribute to his being court-martial? To what degree was he responsible for his trial? What character traits did this reveal?

-His interrogators imbued with their unconscious segregationist world view, and they even seemed baffled that he Robinson would dislike being referred to as the N word. -Three counts: Using Roxane language on the bus in the presence of a women other than his fried, disregarding and unspecified order by a superior, and being disrespectful to a superior officer. -It should how he wants to be respected, and how his Christian faith sustained him in times of crisis.

What factors encouraged segregation in the U.S. Army early in WW2? What restriction limited opportunities once blacks for into the service? Which one limitation most offended blacks?

-Spokesmen resisting to interrogate them as a threat to black participation. How they declined bc blacks don't fight well, bringer broader social attitudes. Also how they refused to accept injustice, (black loyalty cannot e taken for granted). - Sticking them in non combat jobs like support fighters, driving trucks, staffing headquarters, and never being permitted to represent their manhood. For the General Classification Test it sorted recruits into five categories: educational achievement, not as readily available to blacks, regulated them disproportionately to the lower levels, essentially validating the vicious cycles limitation on black possibilities - Their sense of self-worth; In the maneuver camps they were designated as"school troops",which meant they payed the role of the enemy during training

Which individual and organizations sought to end baseball segregation in the thirties and forties? What were their motivations?

-The press, Communist Daily, represented the radical side of the dual assault on the status quo, suspecting that if the Communist could change baseball they could bring revolutionary change to the US.-Pittsburg, they hosted two black teams, were thought to be the team to break the color barrier.

What factors in robinson background and character made him the best choice to carry out rickeys revolution?

Baseball is one of the nations pastimes, and accepting a black man playing baseball made it easier to see integration in more important instances. Branch Rickey was an innovative MLB executive who had high hopes for Robinson. Rickey saw the qualities that Jackie Robinson possessed and his hope was that he could use Jack to help break the color barrier. Respect and equality was important in Robinson 's career and he knew that blacks needed to be accepted in the Major Leagues in order for the league to be just. Having this knowledge made him stick with baseball even when he thought about quitting. Jackie 's commitment was one of the most important values for successfully breaking the color barrier, and his attitude of determination and persistence helped him fight for justice. With the help of Rickey and many peers, Jackie agreed to sign with the Dodgers, where he remained committed so that more could follow in his path on and off the field. .Jackie Robinson appealed to him not only because of his talent but also because of his poise and self-control.

what factors made jack robinson's porpset so grim when he was born in Georgia 1919

He arrived when the nation was still dealing with a devastating flu epidemic. The fact of being born black in the deep south just two generations beyond the elimination of slavery. Black were occupied the bottom rung of the social ladder in the poorest region in the country. Plus his parents marriage had deteriorated into a shaky state and would collapse.

What did Robinson do at Pasadena Junior College that foreshadowed his later role in reconciling racial differences? How did his mother's example affect him?

He became one of the first black members elected to the Lancers. would be studying in the library and try to get all of his friends to integrate school assemblies, brought racial differences to the coaches attention. -Noticed the opposing of black players, services were being refused during trips.

What were Ricky's motivations for breaking the color barrier?Do you see them as more visionary or opportunist?

He believed that sergerated did not belong in sports. I see this as more visionary due to him stiching to his morals and not just looking at the positive outcomes for himself.

How did Branch Rickey's entire career in baseball make him a likely figure to break the color barrier?

He founded a new league for Black players, who had been fully excluded from organized baseball beyond the various segregated leagues (there are no records showing that Rickey's new league ever played any games, however). While he was criticized for encouraging continued segregation in sports, Rickey's overriding idea was to scout Black ballplayers until he found just the right one to bring about the desegregation of the major leagues.

What limited opportunities did Robinson have to exploit his athletic skills after he left UCLA? How did his race limit those opportunities?

He played shortstop on a camp baseball team, joined NYA after military drafting, played football with lower teams, and participated in The annual Chicago-Tribune sponsored charity football game. -There was no trust between the players and he only got offers from smaller teams Bc 1 division types wouldn't except.

What sort of sports experience did Robinson have as a schoolboy?

He played soccer, baseball, track, football, basketball, tennis.. He was surrounded by those of bigger spirit and greater reactions to challenges.

Characterize Robinsons spring training experience. In what ways was it better and worse than anticipated

Jackie was threaten to get out of town. Though Daytona Beach was strictly segregated, Robinson encountered no other major troubles there, but that was not the case on the road, because he was excluded from play elsewhere in Florida. Owners locked stadiums, canceled games, and called the police while he was on the field to prevent him from playing. N nevertheless, his first year in Montreal was a resounding success. The 27-year-old Robinson led the league in batting average (.349), runs scored (113), stolen bases (40), and runs batted in (66). Nevertheless, racist taunts were still a problem, especially when the team was on the road. In Syracuse, New York, Robinson was taunted as one member of the local team threw a black cat on the field, yelling that it was the ballplayer's "cousin".

How did the robinsons trip from California to Florida illustrate the challenges the couple faced in their pioneering experiment?

Many times the couple faced segregation laws such as not being able to eat at a restaurant, not be able to board a plane and not being able to use the whites only bathroom. This Caused Jackie to start to lose his cool and he was incredible frustrated.

How did Robinson break through the effect of Negro leagues. Does this impact suggest a need to recognize that there are usually a downside to almost any advances in society?

More teams began to branch out and follow rickeys example. Brooklyn was changing, more blacks were moving in. Young kids were beginning to be started. Showed us who the fans were, black or white.

Robinson became very disenchanted with pasadena and his experience? Why?

Racial prejudice that felt to be worse than that of the south. He had gotten in trouble with the police, suffered fatal injuries, and his prime supporter Frank was gone.

Characterize Robinson's record in the army

Sent to Fort Hood, a sprawling facility. Assigned to the 761st Tank Battalion. Put in charge of "B company" and made a virtue of his weakness. Dispatched to Europe but couldn't fight in Normandy due to an ongoing ankle injury. (In the army for 31 months)

What moves did Rickey make to help Robinson be more comfortable with the Dodgers?

Started shedding some of the anti-Robinson players on the team. Allowing Robinson some space to breathe and exploit his job on the fields

How did black and white fans react to Robinsons first few games as a dodger? His teammates? Opponents? What figures rate kudos for their supportiveness?Who seemed particularly antagonistic?

The Yankees fans said he looked clumsy at first base and would likely not last long as a starter.-The opposition of teammates or opponents troubled him. A few teammates would welcome him others would mind their business.-some white fans either stayed away because they were uncomfortable about black fans behaviors or waited outside for signatures.

What was Rickey's plan to get Robinson promoted to the Dodgers in 1947? What went awry in the plan? How was the promotion ultimately handled?

The first part was too channel and controlled the rising excitement about Robinson's publication. Then came promoting. He also scheduled games between them and the Dodgers(12). Drawing on a theory that proximity reduced racial stereotypes and hostility. During the games Robinson would play so good that the Dodgers would rise up and as one insist him to be a part of his team. - The day before the black rookie was critical to the Dodgers hopes for the season. Rickey would acquiesce and the deed will be done but instead he announced Robinson's promotion to early.

what factors supported racism in the United States at the time of Jackie Robinson's birth

bottom of social ladder segregation laws kkk Lynchings