Question

In signing Jackie Robinson to play major league baseball, Branch Rickey felt that his ____________ was just as important as his baseball skills.
A. experience
B. health
C. youth
D. character

Answer 1

Branch Rickey felt that his character was just as important as his baseball skills.  Jackie Robinson was chosen to "break the color barrier" and he would need to be a strong individual and be able to avoid confrontation.  He knew that Jackie Robinson would have to endure a lot of hostility and insults.

Answer 2

D. Character Apex :)