Pride (P.D.R.)

The major character Jim Ellis faces racism in the opening scene. What school does Ellis swim for?

• Cheyney State University

• Temple University

• Deleware State University

• California State University, Sacramento

What ends up happening to Coach Ellis in the beginning of the film?

• He gets back on the bus.

• He is arrested.

• He decides to swim anyway

• He is given the Presidential Medal Of Freedom

Coach Ellis manages to land a job despite his record. Where does he end up working at?

• The YMCA

• The International Swimming Hall of Fame

• The Philadelphia Department of Recreation.

• California Department of Corrections

What is the name of the center where the PDR team practiced?

• The YMCA
• Main Line Academy
• Philly Rec Center
• The Marcus Foster Recreation Center

Coach Ellis is turned down for his first job because of his race. Where was he interviewing?

• Stratford Academy

• Main Line Academy

• Howard Middle School

• Morehouse Middle College

What inspires the kids to swim in the neighborhood?

• They need a place to swim because of the heat.
• They found the pool by accident.
• Their basketball goal is taken down by the city.
• They saw a chance to get a scholarship.

Who does the P.D.R. team scrimmage against in their first meet?

• Cheyney State University

• Main Line Academy

• Howard University

• New Hope Discovery Academy

What does P.D.R. stand for?

• Players Dunking on the Rim
• Push, Dream and Run
• Philadelphia Department of Recreation
• Pride, Determination and Resilience

During which era does the movie take place?

• The 1960- 70's

• The 1950' s

• The 1980's

• Early 1990's

What ends up happening to Coach Ellis on the eve of their national meet?

• He gets sick.

• He ends up skipping town.

• He assaults a local dealer and faces charges.

• He has to attend his high school reunion.