Sports in America

Sports in America

Author's Opinion

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How are we feeling about sports in America?

• Miss Mottice, make it stop!

• It's ok!

• It's better than Esperanza.

• I'm loving it.

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The author of "It's Not Just a Game" believes that sports are important for all Americans.

• true

• false

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The author supports his opinions with evidence through the whole article.

• true

• false

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The author thinks that we can ONLY exercise our bodies when we play.

• true

• false

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According to the author, when we play sports, we are using problem solving techniques, math skills to run plays, we are also able to settle disagreements, and control our attitudes.

• true

• false

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According to the author, what helped sports become more popular during the 1800's?

• Basketball coming to America

• Both football and baseball coming to America

• The television existing

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Since we have computers, is it ok to use google to help you figure out what words mean?

• Yes

• No

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What does the word influence mean?

(Google it)

• Hated

• Motivated

• Affect something

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The author shares the opinion: Sports are a form of entertainment. Identify which of the following statements are evidence the author uses to support that opinion (mark all that apply):

• People around the world go to games.

• People around the world watch sports on television.

• Many athletes who play in college go on to play professional sports.

• Professional sports bring in a large amount of money by selling tickets to games and sports merchandise.

• There are several influences on American sports.

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Tell me 1 interesting thing you learned in this article.

(Nothing fancy - could be a few words.)

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The author supports his opinions with evidence through the whole article.

• true

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