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Jim Thorpe-Native American Athlete

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According to this article, who was one of the greatest Athletes of all time?

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Where was he born and raised?

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What tribe/nation was himself and his family apart of?

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Where did his dad force him to go to?

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What was it like for Natives at the boarding schools?

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In 1907, what school did he attend?

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What two sports was he involved in during high school?

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What year did he start training for the Olympics?

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Why was his gold medal taken away?

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What 3 professional sports did he play thorughout his career?

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11.

There was a Hollywood movie made about his life.

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After his sports career, he became a professional football broacaster.

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What year did he pass away?

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Jim Thorpe received many awards for his athletic accomplishments.

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Why was Jim such a great example for the Native American community? Why were his accomplishments important to Native Americans in general?