Dear Basketball by Kobe Bryant

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What type of tone does the poem 'Dear Basketball' have?

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Affectionate

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What type of tone does the poem shift to in Stanzas 6-8?

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Thankful

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Which line suggests that Kobe thinks he's getting too old for the game?

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But my body knows it's time to say goodbye

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Which character trait describes Kobe?

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Dedicated

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What is an apostrophe in poetry?

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An apostrophe is a figure of speech where the speaker addresses an abstract idea or a non-human entity as if it were a person.

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Why is 'Dear Basketball' considered an apostrophe?

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Kobe is talking to an object.

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What does the term 'tone' refer to in poetry?

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Tone refers to the attitude or emotional quality of the poem.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'my heart can take the pounding'?

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It shows Kobe's passion and love for basketball despite physical limitations.

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How does Kobe express gratitude in 'Dear Basketball'?

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He reflects on his experiences and the joy basketball brought him.

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What does the phrase 'You asked for my hustle' imply about Kobe's dedication?

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It implies that he is willing to put in hard work and effort for the game.