pop quiz

Why does Sterling compare himself to Samson?

• He has a temper like Samson
• He has killed people like Samson
• He has long hair like Samson
• He is strong like Samson

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Tyrone thinks that next year, their class should challenge Bronx Science to what?

• a rap battle
• a poetry slam
• a dance off
• a basketball tournament

Why does Diondra start believing her artwork is good?

• Raul and Tanisha have told her how good her art is
• Her mom has told her how good her art is
• Her boyfriend likes her art
• Mr. 
  Ward turned it to a magazine to be published

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How does Sterling respond to those who tease him?

• count to 10 and then forgive them
• count to 10 and then yell at them
• yell at them and then walk away
• walk away

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What does Sterling want to do after graduating high school?

• go to college
• become a preacher
• become a musician
• become a pro basketball player

What is Sterling's nickname?

• Jumpshot
• Carmal Cutie
• Preacher
• Poet

Amy titles her poem " _____________" because it expresses her intrinsic feelings.

• "Ode to Rock"

• "Back to Stone"

• "Back to Rock"

• "Ode to Stone"

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Devon's poem Black Box was a metaphor for ______.

• boxes

• stereotypes

• presents

• rap music

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How does Devon's character develop over the story?

• He decides to no longer hide his true self, and decides to read in public near his friends
• He decides that he will continue to hide his passion until his friends can handle his truth
• He quits basketball and decides that poetry is a better fit for him

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