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What was it like for Black Americans in the 1940's?

How do you feel about the rules and the treatment that Black Americans had to endure?

Why did Branch Rickey want Jackie Robinson to play for the Brooklyn Dodgers?

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Do you think you could have met the expectations Mr. Rickey had for Jackie Robinson?

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How was Jackie first treated after he made the team?

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How would you have handled your feelings in Jackie's place?

Why didn't Pee Wee Reese sign the petition to get rid of Jackie?

What might you have done in Pee Wee's position?

What special thing did Pee Wee do during the game at Cincinnati?

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Do you think it took courage for Pee Wee to make a stand with Jackie?  Explain your answer.

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