TAKING SIDES CHAPTERS 1-6

The novel starts with Lincoln talking to this character on the phone ...

• Tony
• Steve
• James
• His mom

Why did Lincoln change schools?

• He wanted to play basketball for Columbus.
• His Mom wanted to move after they got robbed.
• He wanted to go to the same school as Monica.
• He got expelled from Franklin.
  

Which is something Lincoln does NOT have in common with Monica?

• They both like to play basketball.
• They both used to go to Franklin.
• They both know James. 
• They both like to write in a journal.

Why did Tony owe Lincoln two dollars?

• He borrowed it to buy a soda.
• He won at "around the world" and that was the deal. 
• He lost a bet.
• He stole it from Lincoln.

How did James and Monica meet?

• through Lincoln
• in Spanish class
• at a basketball game
• in the lunch line

What reason did Lincoln tell his mother to explain why so many charities called?

• Now they live in a nicer neighborhood, so the charities think they have money.
• He has to do community service for a class at his school.
• His dad works for a charity.
• He gave their phone number to a charity.

What did Lincoln's mother do for a living?

• stay-at-home mom
• nurse
• graphic designer
• teacher

Which words best describe Lincoln's coach at Columbus?

• Encouraging and positive
• Tough and unfair
• Lazy and boring
• Kind and gentle

Why does Lincoln like Monica?

• cute
• smart
• plays basketball
• all of the choices

Select the best statement that shows what this book is about: 

• It explores the divided loyalties of a Hispanic basketball player who has recently moved from a poor neighborhood to a more affluent one.
• It shows how moving causes problems.
• Initially, eighth grader Lincoln feels like a traitor when he plays ball for the predominantly white school he now attends. 
• As a game against Franklin approaches, tension mounts and Lincoln experiences clashes with several people, including some teammates.