Soccer Shootout (Module 5 Week 1)

How does the opening help the reader understand the rest of the story?

• A It shows that Peter and Berk don’t really get along very well.

• B It explains why last year’s team isn’t as good as this year’s team.

• C It shows why it’s important for soccer players to learn new skills.

• D It explains that another player may want Berk’s job as goalkeeper

How are Berk and Ryan different as players at the beginning of the story?

• A Berk is bold. Ryan is a little afraid of the ball.

• B Berk misses many shots. Ryan scores more goals.

• C Berk has good skills. Ryan takes too many chances.

• D Berk is too busy to practice. Ryan puts in long hours.

In the story, Ryan makes spectacular saves as goalkeeper. What does spectacular mean?

• A easy

• B great

• C lucky

• D smart

What does the sweeper on a soccer team do?

• A fills in when a player is sick

• B cleans the field after a game

• C keeps the ball away from the keeper

• D makes sure that everyone arrives on time

What is the main lesson of the story?

• A Working together makes things better.

• B Friendships are important in our lives.

• C Enjoying what we do makes life fun.

• D Adults can help us reach our goals.