The Challenge by Gary Soto

Front

What day do the characters decide to play the game?

Back

Friday

Front

What subject was Jose studying in his History class?

Back

Egypt

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'Blood rushed from his nose like twin rivers'?

Back

Simile

Front

What did Jose's mom make him while he was studying?

Back

A cup of cocoa.

Front

Where did Jose go after the game?

Back

Uncle Freddies.

Front

Define 'simile'.

Back

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Challenge' by Gary Soto?

Back

The challenges of adolescence and the desire to impress others.

Front

Identify a character trait of Jose in 'The Challenge'.

Back

Determined; he tries hard to impress Estela.

Front

What does Jose hope to achieve by studying hard?

Back

Good grades to impress Estela.

Front

What is the significance of food in the story?

Back

It represents comfort and care from Jose's mom.