WONDER #1759: How Do You Throw a Curveball?

Question 1 of 3

When throwing a curveball, a pitcher puts a what on the ball as it leaves the hand?

1. spin
2. hex
3. spell
4. spit

Question 2 of 3

Which finger is key in the grip used to throw a curveball?

1. pinky
2. middle
3. ring
4. thumb

Question 3 of 3

A major league pitcher’s curveball can veer more than how many inches from a straight line by the time it reaches home plate?

1. 1
2. 5
3. 17
4. 78

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