"Amigo Brothers" Review

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

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

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CCSS.RL.7.6

Felix and Antonio are similar because they both 

• are Puerto Rican
• train in the Bronx
• are the same height
• ignore boxing history

Which is one way that Felix and Antonio contrast with each other?

• Felix always trains harder than Antonio.
• Antonio is almost two years older than Felix.
• Felix has won more fights than Antonio. 
• Antonio has a different style of fighting than Felix. 

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CCSS.RL.7.6

How does boxing make Antonio and Felix different from other boys in their neighborhood?

• They both are in gangs in their neighborhood.
• Other boys box so it doesn't make them different.
• Boxing make them focused and disciplined because they want to be in top physical condition.
• Boxing is common in their neighborhood.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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 boys agree not to see each other before the fight because they 

• are too busy with their training to socialize 
• want to protect their relationship as best friends
• do not want to copy each other's boxing style
• are angry with each other over the championship fight

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CCSS.RL.8.3

The movie Felix sees before the fight

• helps him get ready for the upcoming bout
• makes him realize the fighting is useless
• fills him with a fear of what's ahead
• causes him to reconsider his friendship with Antonio

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CCSS.RL.7.1

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CCSS.W.7.9A

Which detail helps you figure out the theme of the story?

• The boys train hard for the boxing match.
• Both boys dream of winning the championship. 
• The crowd gets very excited when the boys box. 
• The boys leave the ring before the winner is announced. 

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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

The message of the story that the writer wants readers to understand is that

• training is essential to winning
• boxing is a fiercely competitive sport.
• friendship matters more than winning.
• everyone can achieve their goals

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CCSS.RL.7.2