The End of An Era for Two Greats - Paired Passages

What is the main theme of the first passage?

• Overcoming adversity

• Developing a passion for basketball

• Finding love and friendship through sports

• Achieving success through hard work and dedication

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How do the narrators' experiences with basketball differ?

• The first narrator struggles to succeed in basketball, while the second narrator excels.

• The first narrator has a brief but intense experience with basketball, while the second narrator's love for the game lasts a lifetime.

• The first narrator's love for basketball grows over time, while the second narrator's passion for the game diminishes.

• The first narrator finds happiness and fulfillment in basketball, while the second narrator feels burdened by it.

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How do the narrators in both passages view basketball?

• As a challenging sport that they are determined to master.

• As a source of joy and fulfillment in their lives.

• As a means to achieve their goals and dreams.

• As a lifelong passion that has shaped who they are.

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How does the narrator's relationship with basketball change throughout the first passage?

• They start off disliking basketball but grow to love it.

• They initially struggle with basketball but eventually excel at it.

• They begin as casual acquaintances with basketball but form a deep bond over time.

• They have a strong bond with basketball from the beginning that only deepens over time.

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What does the second passage reveal about the narrator's relationship with basketball?

• They have always had a deep love for basketball.

• They initially had doubts about basketball but overcame them.

• They are grateful for the opportunities basketball has given them.

• They have grown tired of basketball and are ready to move on.

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How do both narrators express their gratitude and love for basketball?

• By dedicating themselves to the sport and working hard to improve.

• By reflecting on the impact basketball has had on their lives.

• By expressing their emotions and memories associated with the game.

• By acknowledging that basketball has been a constant presence in their lives.

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