Too Many Choices

What is Paul's problem in the story?

• He wants to make others happy by joining the club that they think he should join.

• He is struggling to make friends.

• He is trying to find a way to make money.

• He is trying to find a way to fit in with his peers.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which club does Paul's dad think he should join?

• robotics club

• tennis club

• art club

• soccer club

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CCSS.RL.3.1

Make an inference, why does Paul's dad think that the soccer club is such a great idea?

• The text states that Paul's father said"I was a star soccer player back in my day." Therefore, he think Paul could be a star also.

• Paul's dad believes that soccer is a fun sport.

• Paul's dad wants Paul to make friends through the soccer club.

• Paul's dad wants to save money by joining the soccer club.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

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What reason does mom have for wanting Paul to join the tennis club?

• Paul's mom reminded him how good he was at tennis and said "You play like a professional."

• Paul's mom wanted him to make new friends.

• Paul's mom wanted him to get more exercise.

• Paul's mom wanted him to learn a new skill.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.6.6

What is the climax of the text?

• At lunch, when Paul's friend talks about how much fun it would be to be in the science club.

• On the drive to school when Dad talks about the soccer club.

• That night at dinner when Grandpa talks about the art club.

• When Paul asks his sister "What do you think I should do." And she reminds him that everyone will be happy if he finds a club he is happy in.

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What could the theme of the story be?

• You can't make anyone happy until you are happy yourself.

• Money can't buy happiness.

• It is important to be kind to others.

• Life is too short to worry.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2