Sometimes a Dream Needs a Push

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What is the main conflict Chris faces in the story?

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Chris fears that his father will not let him play on the basketball team.

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What can we infer about Chris's feelings towards his father's opinion?

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Chris values the opinion of his father about basketball.

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What does the word 'congestion' mean in the context of the story?

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The phrase 'more like bumper cars' helps the reader understand that 'congestion' refers to a crowded or chaotic situation.

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What effect does the shift to present tense have in the story?

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It adds excitement as it brings the reader to the present day.

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Which event occurs last in the story?

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The team votes to play in the league.

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What does the term 'conflict' mean in literature?

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Conflict refers to the struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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How does Chris's relationship with his father influence his decisions?

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Chris's relationship with his father creates pressure and affects his confidence in playing basketball.

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What is the significance of basketball in Chris's life?

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Basketball represents Chris's desire for independence and self-expression.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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How can a shift in tense affect a story's narrative?

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A shift in tense can create immediacy, highlight important moments, or change the reader's perception of time.