LA 1 Review

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• He was a snake-lying to everyone he saw.

• Josh plays as silky as a snake-smooth and sly.

• He was a cheetah on the track field- passing everyone in the race.

• Her eyes were stars-shining brighter than anyone else's.

In what way are Josh and JB alike?

• Josh and JB have curly hair.

• Josh and JB have the same skills when they play.

• Josh and JB are both amazing baseball players.

• Josh and JB are both amazing basketball players.

What kind of person is Josh Bell?

• He is not happy with the way his brother plays basketball.

• He only thinks about winning when he plays a basketball game.

• He is not confident when he plays basketball.

• He is short and doesn't really know how to play basketball.

Describe the relationship between Josh and JB.

• Josh is impressed with JB and Miss Sweet Tea.

• JB thinks Josh and Miss Sweet Tea make a cute couple.

• Josh can tease JB about Miss Sweet Tea, and JB won't be upset.

• Josh likes making fun of JB which makes JB mad.

Read "Girls" on page 52-53. Summarize the poem.

• Everyone is making fun of Josh.

• A new girl arrives and JB thinks she's cute.

• Nobody is paying attention to the twins only to the new girl.

• The twins argue about which twin is better.

The theme of the book is sense of self. What is Josh's sense of self?

• He plays basketball.

• His curly locks help him play basketball.

• His nickname gives him power as he plays basketball.

• All of the above.

Which of the following sentences has the correct comma usage?

• She went to the mall, and bought a shirt.

• She went to the mall, bought a shirt.

• She went to the mall, and she bought a shirt.

• She went to the mall. Bought a shirt.

Which of the following sentences is incorrect?

• Maya and Miguel went to the mall.

• Maya, and Miguel went to the mall.

• Maya and Miguel went to the mall, and they ate food.

• Maya and Miguel went to the mall and ate food.

What is the main conflict between Josh and JB in the story?

• Josh is jealous of JB's basketball skills.

• JB is upset because Josh is more popular.

• They both like the same girl, causing tension.

• Josh and JB have different opinions on their future.

How does the arrival of the new girl affect the twins' relationship?

• It strengthens their bond as they both like her.

• It causes a rift as they compete for her attention.

• It has no effect on their relationship.

• It makes them realize the importance of family.