Understanding "Before the Ever After"

What is the main problem that ZJ's dad is facing in the story?

• He lost his job.

• He is struggling with memory loss.

• He moved to a new city.

• He is starting a new career.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

What is a major theme of "Before the Ever After"?

• The importance of education

• The challenges of fame

• The impact of sports injuries on families

• The adventure of traveling

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How would you describe ZJ's character?

• Selfish and uncaring

• Brave and supportive

• Indifferent and lazy

• Mischievous and troublesome

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

Based on the text, what can we predict about ZJ's future?

• He will become a famous musician.

• He will move to another country.

• He will struggle with his own health issues.

• He will write a book about his experiences.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which of the following examples from the book is an instance of figurative language?

• "The sky was blue."

• "His memories slipped away like water through fingers."

• "ZJ went to school."

• "The car is red."

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the author's primary purpose in writing "Before the Ever After"?

• To entertain with a story about sports

• To inform about the history of football

• To persuade readers to play sports

• To explore the effects of sports injuries on families and relationships

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

How does ZJ's relationship with his father change throughout the story?

• It becomes more distant as his father's health worsens.

• It remains the same from beginning to end.

• It improves as they find new hobbies to enjoy together.

• It becomes strained due to ZJ's academic performance.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

What does ZJ learn about friendship in the story?

• That true friends are hard to find

• That friendships don't last forever

• That friends can be a source of support during tough times

• That he prefers to be alone

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which of the following is a symbol used in "Before the Ever After" and what does it represent?

• A football - the dangers of sports

• A guitar - ZJ's hope and dreams

• A book - the importance of education

• A tree - growth and change

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How does the author use ZJ's music to contribute to the theme of the story?

• It shows that music can't help solve personal problems.

• It highlights the importance of having a backup plan.

• It illustrates how creativity can provide an escape from reality.

• It demonstrates the competitive nature of the music industry.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9