Amigo Brothers

In order to fight each other, Felix and Antonio decide that each must --

• think of his best friend as a stranger

• force himself to hate the other

• never see the other boy again

• beat the other boy to a pulp

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

The internal conflict that both Felix and Antonio face is

• how to end their friendship so they can fight each other
• how to pursue their own goals without hurting their friend
• how to avoid shame if they lose the fight
• how to explain the fight to their friends

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CCSS.RL.7.6

The external conflict is resolved when Antonio and Felix ---

• leave the ring together
• decide not to fight each other
• begin the fight
• watch The Champion together

Which statement reveals a difference between Felix and Antonio?

• They were so together in friendship that they felt themselves to be brothers
• Antonio's hair was always falling over his eyes, while Felix wore his hair in a natural Afro style
• Each youngster had a dream of someday becoming the lightweight champion of the world
• Whenever they had met in the ring for sparring sessions, it had always been hot and heavy

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.6

When Felix goes to the movies, he imagines:

• 
  that he gets beat up by the hero of the movie.
• 
  that he is the hero of the movie.
• 
  that Antonio wins the fight.
• None of the above.

Antonio wants to win the fight but doesn't want to hurt Felix. What kind of conflict is this?

• Individual vs. Society
• Individual vs. Individual
• Individual vs. Nature
• Individual vs. Self

1. “Amigo Brothers” is written from what perspective?

• first-person
• second-person
• third-person

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CCSS.RL.7.6

Which of the following aspects of each boy is contrasted in the story?

• their appearance
• their memories of fight statistics
• their dedication to working out
• their commitment to their friendship

What is the setting of the story?

• New York, 1970s
• Current Day, New York
• Chicago, 1970s
• There is no setting

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What is NOT theme found in the story?

• Sometimes you have to put friendship aside to accomplish your goals.

• Always put yourself first, no matter what the cost.

• You must protect your friendships when trying to overcome obstacles.

• Treat your friends as you would treat your family.

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CCSS.RL.7.2