Art Bakeraitis
- February 19, 1925
- July 4, 2014
- 89 years
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Art Bakeraitis, 89, American basketball player.
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|Arthur H. Bakeraitis (February 19, 1925 – July 4, 2014) was an American professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball League for the Detroit Vagabond Kings during the 1948–49 season and averaged 4.6 points per game.
Military service
Bakeraitis served in the United States Army in the WWII, with deployments to the Southern Philippines and Northern Solomons.
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1.When was Arthur H. Bakeraitis born?
- A.July 4, 2014
- B.February 19, 1925correct
- C.January 19, 1925
- D.February 19, 1948
Arthur H. Bakeraitis was born on February 19, 1925.
Source: Biography introduction
2.On what date did Arthur H. Bakeraitis pass away?
- A.July 4, 2014correct
- B.August 4, 2014
- C.February 19, 2014
- D.July 4, 1925
Arthur H. Bakeraitis passed away on July 4, 2014.
Source: Biography introduction
3.What was the profession of Arthur H. Bakeraitis?
- A.Professional basketball playercorrect
- B.Professional football player
- C.Professional soccer player
- D.Professional baseball player
Arthur H. Bakeraitis was an American professional basketball player.
Source: Biography introduction
4.For which team did Arthur H. Bakeraitis play in the National Basketball League?
- A.Detroit Vagabond Kingscorrect
- B.Detroit Eagles
- C.Detroit Pistons
- D.Detroit Gems
Arthur H. Bakeraitis played for the Detroit Vagabond Kings in the National Basketball League.
Source: Biography introduction
5.During which season did Arthur H. Bakeraitis play for the Detroit Vagabond Kings?
- A.1948–49correct
- B.1947–48
- C.1949–50
- D.1950–51
Arthur H. Bakeraitis played for the Detroit Vagabond Kings during the 1948–49 season.
Source: Biography introduction
6.What was the scoring average of Arthur H. Bakeraitis during his time with the Detroit Vagabond Kings?
- A.5.6 points per game
- B.4.6 points per gamecorrect
- C.6.6 points per game
- D.3.6 points per game
Arthur H. Bakeraitis averaged 4.6 points per game while playing for the Detroit Vagabond Kings.
Source: Biography introduction
7.In which military branch did Arthur H. Bakeraitis serve?
- A.United States Marine Corps
- B.United States Air Force
- C.United States Armycorrect
- D.United States Navy
Arthur H. Bakeraitis served in the United States Army during WWII.
Source: Military service section
8.Where was Arthur H. Bakeraitis deployed during his military service?
- A.Northern Philippines and Southern Solomons
- B.Southern Philippines and Northern Solomonscorrect
- C.Central Philippines and Northern Solomons
- D.Western Philippines and Eastern Solomons
Arthur H. Bakeraitis had military deployments to the Southern Philippines and Northern Solomons.
Source: Military service section
9.What is the full name of the athlete profiled in the biography?
- A.Arthur H. Bakeraitiscorrect
- B.Arthur J. Bakeraitis
- C.Arthur A. Bakeraitis
- D.Art H. Bakeraitis
The biography identifies the subject as Arthur H. Bakeraitis.
Source: Biography introduction
10.Which league did Arthur H. Bakeraitis participate in as a professional player?
- A.National Basketball Leaguecorrect
- B.Continental Basketball Association
- C.American Basketball League
- D.National Basketball Association
Arthur H. Bakeraitis played in the National Basketball League.
Source: Biography introduction
11.Which of the following locations was a deployment site for Arthur H. Bakeraitis?
- A.Northern Philippines
- B.Western Solomons
- C.Southern Solomons
- D.Southern Philippinescorrect
The text states Arthur H. Bakeraitis was deployed to the Southern Philippines.
Source: Military service section
12.What was the nationality of Arthur H. Bakeraitis?
- A.Americancorrect
- B.Australian
- C.Canadian
- D.British
Arthur H. Bakeraitis was an American professional basketball player.
Source: Biography introduction
13.In which region besides the Southern Philippines was Arthur H. Bakeraitis deployed?
- A.Northern Solomonscorrect
- B.Central Solomons
- C.Eastern Solomons
- D.Western Solomons
Arthur H. Bakeraitis was deployed to the Northern Solomons during his military service.
Source: Military service section
14.What was the primary athletic role of Arthur H. Bakeraitis?
- A.Referee
- B.Coach
- C.Team owner
- D.Professional basketball playercorrect
Arthur H. Bakeraitis was a professional basketball player.
Source: Biography introduction
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