Do You Know About Derek Jeter?

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What year did Derek Jeter win Rookie of the Year?
- 1998
- 1997
- 1995
- 1996

About This Quiz

Explore the illustrious career of Derek Jeter, from his Rookie of the Year win in 1996 to his upbringing and inspirations. This quiz assesses knowledge of Jeter's personal and professional life, ideal for baseball enthusiasts and those studying sports history.

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In what state was Derek Jeter raised?
- Michigan
- New York
- Mississippi
- New Jersey
Correct Answer

A. Michigan

Explanation

Derek Jeter was raised in Michigan.

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3.

What high school did Derek Jeter graduate from in 1992?
- Lansing High School
- Detroit North High School
- Grand Rapids South High School
- Kalamazoo Central High School
Correct Answer

A. Kalamazoo Central High School

Explanation

Derek Jeter graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1992.

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Whose head did Derek Jeter rub before every baseball game?
- Jorge Posada's
- Bernie Williams'
- Don Zimmer's
- Joe Torre's
Correct Answer

A. Don Zimmer's

Explanation

Derek Jeter rubbed Don Zimmer's head before every baseball game. Don Zimmer was a coach for the New York Yankees, where Jeter played, and it became a pre-game ritual for Jeter to rub Zimmer's head for good luck.

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5.

What did Derek Jeter want to be as a child?
- Writer
- Lawyer
- Doctor
- Professional Athlete
Correct Answer

A. Professional Athlete

Explanation

Derek Jeter wanted to be a professional athlete as a child.

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6.

What former baseball player did Derek Jeter idolize while growing up?
- Yogi Berra
- David Winfield
- Roger Clemens
- Mickey Mantle
Correct Answer

A. David Winfield

Explanation

Derek Jeter idolized David Winfield while growing up.

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7.

Derek Jeter played what other team sports besides baseball when he was growing up?
- Basketball, Soccer
- Lacrosse, Hockey
- Hockey, Soccer
- Hockey, Basketball
Correct Answer

A. Basketball, Soccer

Explanation

Derek Jeter played basketball and soccer besides baseball when he was growing up.

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8.

When Derek Jeter was young, what MLB team did he always dream of playing for?
- Boston Red Sox
- New York Yankees
- Seattle Mariners
- New York Mets
Correct Answer

A. New York Yankees

Explanation

Derek Jeter always dreamt of playing for the New York Yankees because he grew up in New Jersey, which is close to New York. The Yankees are one of the most iconic and successful teams in Major League Baseball, and Jeter admired their rich history and winning tradition. As a young player, he likely idolized Yankees legends like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Mickey Mantle, and wanted to follow in their footsteps by wearing the pinstripes and playing for the team he had always rooted for.

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Who started before Derek Jeter in the 1999 All Star Game?
- Nomar Garciaparra
- Miguel Tejada
- Alex Rodriguez
- No One, Derek Started
Correct Answer

A. Nomar Garciaparra

Explanation

Nomar Garciaparra started before Derek Jeter in the 1999 All-Star Game. This means that Garciaparra was the first player to take the field in that particular game, while Jeter started after him.

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10.

In what state was Derek Jeter born?
- Michigan
- New Jersey
- California
- New York
Correct Answer

A. New Jersey

Explanation

Derek Jeter was born in New Jersey.

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In 1993, what was the clocked speed of Derek Jeter's throws?
- 90 MPH
- 100 MPH
- 10 MPH
- 98 MPH
Correct Answer

A. 90 MPH

Explanation

Derek Jeter's throws were clocked at a speed of 90 MPH in 1993.

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12.

How many home runs did Derek Jeter hit during the 148 games that he played in 2001?
- 18
- 15
- 20
- 13
Correct Answer

A. 15

Explanation

Derek Jeter hit 15 home runs during the 148 games he played in 2001.

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13.

In what year was Derek Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation established?
- 1998
- 1996
- 1997
- 1995
Correct Answer

A. 1996

Explanation

Derek Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation was established in 1996.

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14.

What was Derek Jeter's 1,000th career hit?
- A 6th Inning Double
- A 5th Inning Single
- A 5th Inning Double
- A 6th Inning Single
Correct Answer

A. A 5th Inning Single

Explanation

Derek Jeter's 1,000th career hit was a single in the 5th inning.

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How many stolen bases did Derek Jeter have in 2002?
- 29
- 33
- 31
- 32
Correct Answer

A. 32

Explanation

In 2002, Derek Jeter had 32 stolen bases.

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What was Derek Jeter's batting average in 2002?
- 0.295
- 0.297
- 0.305
- 0.314
Correct Answer

A. 0.297

Explanation

Derek Jeter's batting average in 2002 was 0.297. This means that he successfully hit the ball and reached base approximately 29.7% of the time during that season. A batting average of 0.297 is considered to be quite good in baseball, as it indicates consistent hitting and a strong performance at the plate.

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Do You Know About Derek Jeter?

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In what state was Derek Jeter raised?

What high school did Derek Jeter graduate from in 1992?

Whose head did Derek Jeter rub before every baseball game?

What did Derek Jeter want to be as a child?

What former baseball player did Derek Jeter idolize while growing up?

Derek Jeter played what other team sports besides baseball when he was growing up?

When Derek Jeter was young, what MLB team did he always dream of playing for?

Who started before Derek Jeter in the 1999 All Star Game?

In what state was Derek Jeter born?

In 1993, what was the clocked speed of Derek Jeter's throws?

How many home runs did Derek Jeter hit during the 148 games that he played in 2001?

In what year was Derek Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation established?

What was Derek Jeter's 1,000th career hit?

How many stolen bases did Derek Jeter have in 2002?

What was Derek Jeter's batting average in 2002?