we do 12.3

What does Nia say to Jayla after her solo performance?

• That was the best I’ve ever seen!

• You’ll never be as good as me.

• That was decent. But let’s see if you can keep up with my group.

• Good luck in the next round.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a theme of the story?

• Confidence comes from preparation and hard work.

• Rivals can never get along.

• Winning is all that matters in competition.

• Teamwork is less important than individual talent.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

What point does the author make about rivalry?

• It motivates people to improve.

• It makes people act unfairly.

• It creates unnecessary drama.

• It only focuses on winning.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

Which evidence from the story best supports the answer to Part A?

• Jayla tightened her laces, her heart pounding.

• Nia had been posting all week about how her group was ‘going to crush it.’

• Nia walked up, clapping slowly. ‘That was decent,’ Nia said, smirking.

• Jayla knew she and her team were ready to show what they could do.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Imagine you are Nia watching Jayla perform her solo. Write a narrative from Nia’s point of view. Describe her thoughts and feelings during Jayla’s performance and how she reacts afterward. Be sure to include details from the story to show how Nia’s perspective might be different from Jayla’s.

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CCSS.W.5.3A

CCSS.W.5.3B

CCSS.W.5.3D

Where is Nia sitting? What does she see when Jayla steps onto the stage? How does she feel watching her rival perform?

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What does Nia notice about Jayla’s dancing? Is she impressed, jealous, or dismissive? Why? How does the crowd’s reaction affect her?

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is Nia thinking as she approaches Jayla? Why does she say what she says? Is she being honest or just trying to get in Jayla’s head?

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CCSS.RL.5.1