Why is Chuck afraid of the hospital? Choose all applicable answers.

He's not afraid of the hospital.

What was Josh doing when he got his nickname, Flithy McNasty?

Listening to Jazz music with his dad

What type of job does Josh's mother have?

Assistant principal of his school

On page 81, when Josh is caught passing JB’s note, he says, “I’m a fly caught in a web.” What does he mean?

This metaphor of a fly caught in a web describes how Josh is stuck with no options for a positive outcome. He can't deny passing the note because the teacher caught him. If he gives the note to the teacher, he will make his brother's feelings for "Sweet Tea" obvious, but if he doesn't, he will be admitting to cheating.

What this metaphor means is that the teacher is a big hairy venomous spider, poised and ready to suck all the blood out of Josh.

He means that he's in a tight spot because he doesn't want to betray his brother's trust, but he doesn't want to admit that he cheated on an exam he studied for. He can't get out of the teacher's web. He's in big trouble.

This metaphor means that Josh is going to be punished for whatever he decides to do. He's caught by the teacher and can't talk his way out of passing a note during an exam.

What can you infer about the health of Josh and JB’s dad, Chuck Bell?

He may have a problem, as his wife watches his diet closely.

His wife just wants to take care of him.

He does not have an overall health problem, just a bad knee

He may have a health problem, because he is very worried.

When caught with Jordan’s note to Miss Sweet Tea, what does Josh choose to do and why?

He takes the blame, protecting JB from the humiliation.

He allows the adults to wrongly accuse him to protect Miss Sweet Tea.

He throws a tantrum, causing a scene, hoping the teacher will forget all about the note.

He tells on Jordan because he's jealous he has a girlfriend and he wants to get him in trouble.

How are Josh and JB different?

Josh is quiet & reserved, and JB is loud and acts without thinking.

Josh is rude and careless, while Jordan is sincere and careful.

Josh is worried about their dad, and Jordan is worried about their mom.

Josh can stretch the truth, but JB is very honest.

Why does Filthy cut his dreads off?

Miss Sweet Tea told him he'd be more handsome without his locks.

His mom told him he's outgrown having locks and makes him cut them off.

His basketball coach makes a new rule that all players must have short hair.

What do you infer from the fact that JB brings Josh three packages of duck sauce and a cup of wonton soup at the Golden Dragon without being asked?

that the twins are really close and often know each other's thoughts

that he's trying to make his dad feel bad that he's not allowed to eat those items from the buffet

In the poem “Where Do We Go From Here?” on page 227, why does Josh say "if only?"

If only they could go back in time

If only he never passed that note

If only he was drafted by the NBA

Why does Josh shoot 50 free throws at the end of the book? (page 234-237)

His dad once made 50 free throws in a row, and it helps remind him of his dad.

The team lost the championship when he missed his free throws, so coach makes him stay after until he can make 50 in a row.

His mom is upset with him, and he can't come in the house until he makes 50 free throws.

How does Dad try avoid dealing with his health issues?

He makes jokes and sweet talks Mom.

He goes to the doctor, then lies about what the doctor tells him.

Choose the sentence that uses the word profusely correctly:

His nose was bleeding profusely.

She thought the test was profusely.

What does Dad wish for Josh and JB before he passes away?

"I want you both to always be there for each other.”

“I hope you master your crossover before the championship game.”

"I want you both to make the honor roll.”

"I want you to be there for your mom."

The sections of the book are arranged in the same order as:

A basketball game (Warm-Up, First Quarter..., Overtime)

A school day (Advisory, First Period..., After-School)

A vacation (Planning, Packing...Traveling, Home Again)

A baseball game (Warm-Up, First Inning..., Overtime)

How does Josh know that while his dad was in a coma, he heard Josh talking to him?

When Chuck wakes up on Christmas Eve, he says, "Filthy, I didn't jump ship," which refers to something Josh said to him when he was in a coma.

While Josh is talking to him, Chuck wakes up and makes a joke.

His dad DIDN'T hear him talking to him.

Chuck tells Josh, "I heard you talking to me, but I just couldn't respond right then."

What causes the death of one of the characters?

Hitting his head on the basket when trying to dunk during a practice

Where does Josh see JB and Miss Sweet Tea kissing?

At the library between shelves of books

After a basketball game under the bleachers

The Crossover (Close Reading)

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English

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6th - 8th Grade

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CCSS

RL.8.3, RI.2.1, RL.5.3

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is Josh's nickname?

Filthy McNasty

JB

Wings

Wale

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

"After the game, JB cackles like a crow." What types of figurative language does this phrase include?

Hyperbole

Alliteration

Simile

Personification

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

3.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

"JB's eyes are ocean wide, his mouth swimming on the floor." This is an example of which TWO types of figurative language?

hyerperbole

personification

a simile

a metaphor

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What does Filthy have that he calls his "wings" which help him dunk?

Jordan shoes

Championship ring

Dreadlocks

All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is the nickname that Josh gives to Jordan's girlfriend?

Miss Kool Aide

Sweet Powerade

Miss Sweet Tea

Princess Marmalade

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What European country did Chuck Bell play in and win a championship?

Italy

France

Germany

Russia

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What's the one thing Filthy can do that JB can't?

Make a half-court shot

Make free throws

Behind the back pass

Dunk

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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50 questions

What is Josh's nickname?

"After the game, JB cackles like a crow." What types of figurative language does this phrase include?

"JB's eyes are ocean wide, his mouth swimming on the floor." This is an example of which TWO types of figurative language?

What does Filthy have that he calls his "wings" which help him dunk?

What is the nickname that Josh gives to Jordan's girlfriend?

What European country did Chuck Bell play in and win a championship?

What's the one thing Filthy can do that JB can't?

Why is Chuck afraid of the hospital? Choose all applicable answers.

Who is known for constantly making bets?

What was Josh doing when he got his nickname, Flithy McNasty?

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