Its not just a game!

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According to paragraph 1 of the article, the main reason for playing sports is that...

• it builds teamwork skills

• it creates health benefits

• it is fun for the participants

• it fosters a positive attitude

The chronological organization of paragraph 2 helps the author emphasize...

• he history of early sports competition

• the influence of Egyptians on sports

• the influence of survival on sports today

• the history of Olympic competitions

The author’s use of comparison in paragraph 4 helps the reader understand...

• the disadvantages of one sport compared to another

• the differences between players and skill levels

• the differences between individual and team sports

• the advantages of certain sports over each other

Based on the selection, the reader can conclude that...

• most sports share the same history

• most sports are played for recognition

• most sports share some common traits

• most sports are unique to each era

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Paragraph 7 is mostly about...

• he importance of why people play sports

• the negative aspects of sports competition

• why psychologists feel sports are dangerous

• who should not play on competitive teams

Which details from the selection explain why being a sports fan also has benefits?

• Sports generate revenue.

• Sports improve vision.

• Sports create adversity.

• Sports involve learning.

In paragraph 5, the author makes a claim that sports are good for brain development. Mark the choices indicating which benefits the author identifies to support her claim.

• Increased problem-solving skills

• Heightened energy levels

• Greater sense of self-worth

The author includes information about the Greeks in order to...

• show that an ancient people had a high regard for sports

• encourage readers to play the games the Greeks once played

• prove that "sports" was once a means for survival

• explain how we know which sports ancient peoples played

According to paragraph 7, why can a negative experience in sports still have a positive effect?

• It encourages people to work together to solve problems.

• t can help people learn to deal with other difficult experiences.

• It can make people more compassionate toward their enemies.

• It teaches people to think carefully about their priorities.

What does the section "Keep Your Eye on the Ball" contribute to this text?

• It explains that sports benefits spectators as well as players.

• It outlines the physical benefits that result from playing sports.

• It explains why entertainment is the greatest benefit of sports.

• It quotes experts about the various benefits of sports.