Why did the students laugh when Prof. Gayle Kaufman called out "Steven Curry"?

Because she pronounced his name incorrectly

What achievement did Stephen Curry gain in his freshman season at Davidson College?

He led Davidson to the N.C.A.A. Division I men’s basketball tournament

He became the top scorer in the college

He was elected as the student body president

According to the text, what is one of Stephen Curry's habits mentioned that shows he was just like any other student?

He frequently ate breakfast at night

He was always studying in the library

He played video games all night

Which of the following details from the text demonstrates how Stephen Curry became well known at Davidson College?

"Curry had led Davidson to the N.C.A.A. Division I men’s basketball tournament in his freshman season" (Paragraph 6)

"Stephen Curry sat in a class on gender and society at Davidson College" (Paragraph 1)

"Curry smiled. 'It’s Steph-en,' he said, politely." (Paragraph 4)

"He made funny videos with his friends, studied in the library and ate at the Outpost" (Paragraph 6)

According to Jason Richards, what makes Davidson special?

No one is bigger than the college itself.

Everyone knows each other by their nicknames.

It is known for its sports teams.

What achievement did Stephen Curry's team have in the N.C.A.A. tournament the year before he arrived at Davidson?

They did not qualify for the tournament.

They became the career leader in points.

What record did Stephen Curry set at Davidson?

Career leader in points and 3-pointers

What happened after Davidson's 2008 tournament run according to Chris Gruber, Davidson’s dean of admission and financial aid?

Applications to the school surged.

The school's sports teams received new uniforms.

The school constructed new athletic facilities.

The town of Davidson was renamed.

What is displayed by the register at the Main Street Books in town?

A basketball-themed children's book by Curry titled "I Have a Superpower."

A poster of the Davidson's 2008 basketball team.

A map showing the route of Davidson's 2008 tournament run.

A signed basketball by the Davidson team.

What did the town residents of Davidson do to show their support during the 2008 tournament run?

They hung bedsheets with words of support from their porches.

They organized a parade in honor of the team.

They painted their houses in the school colors.

They held a fundraiser for the basketball team.

Who was present at the special celebration at Belk Arena on Davidson’s campus as mentioned in the text?

The mayor of Davidson, Rusty Knox.

The governor of North Carolina.

The president of Davidson College.

Why did Stephen Curry miss the school's graduation ceremony in May?

He was busy trying to win his fourth N.B.A. championship.

He was attending his child's school event.

He was not interested in the ceremony.

He was injured and could not attend.

What did Stephen Curry do in 2011 during the N.B.A. work stoppage?

He took classes to complete his degree.

He started coaching at Davidson College.

He worked on recovering from an injury.

He participated in charity events.

What was the reason for the change in Davidson College's rule that required inductees to graduate first before being honored?

The rule was changed in part for Stephen Curry.

The school wanted to honor a famous artist.

The school decided to modernize its traditions.

The rule was deemed outdated and unnecessary.

When did Stephen Curry complete the bulk of his work for his degree?

In March and April, when he missed a dozen games due to a foot injury.

After retiring from professional basketball.

Before the start of the N.B.A. season.

What was the subject of the thesis that Curry was advised on by Kaufman?

Advancing gender equality in sports

The impact of sports on student life

The economics of professional sports

How did Curry's college coach, Bob McKillop, describe the gift that Curry gave to the community and the college?

As a gift of dedication and perseverance

What did the crowd do as Curry held up his diploma at his graduation?

They cheered and held up cellphones

They remained silent in respect

Which quotation from Paragraph 25 explains why Stephen Curry chose to delay his induction into Davidson's Athletics Hall of Fame?

Still, he refused the honor, wanting to wait until he’d graduated.

He missed the school’s graduation ceremony in May because he was a little busy trying to win his fourth N.B.A. championship.

Curry said it was ‘almost overwhelming.’

Then the coronavirus pandemic stalled his plans.

What does Davidson represent for the person mentioned in paragraph 34?

A symbol of his personal and professional evolution

A place where he learned basketball skills

Just a memory of his past experiences

A team he played for during his career

What was the reaction of the person in paragraph 36 when he was on stage?

He was surprised that people could read through him

He felt proud that nobody could read through him

He was indifferent to the audience's perception

He felt uncomfortable being the center of attention

Which detail best conveys Stephen Curry's feelings about his time at Davidson College?

"Curry said Davidson 'was kind of the beginning of a major evolution in my life, and...the support of the community...speaks volumes to why I want to come back.'" (Paragraph 37)

"He has given this community, this college...a gift that, in my judgment, is unparalleled" (Paragraph 30)

"He turned his tassel and threw his hat high into the air on the stage as the crowd cheered" (Paragraph 31)

"As Curry stepped to the podium as the afternoon's final speaker, chants of 'M-V-P!' rang out." (Paragraph 32)

According to the article, how did the town of Davidson show their support for Stephen Curry?

“This past week…townspeople were encouraged to hang their sheets again. ‘Proud of you #30,’ read one. ‘Congrats, Steph,’ was written in black and red ink…on another.” (Paragraph 19)

“she seemed to be one of the few people in Davidson — both the college and the town of 10,000 people then — who didn’t know how to pronounce his name.” (Paragraph 5)

“There are no superstars…It’s what makes Davidson so special, and so special to Stephen: No one is bigger than the college itself.” (Paragraph 7)

“‘I describe Davidson basketball as B.S. and A.S. — Before Steph and After Steph,’ Clunie said.” (Paragraph 12)

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