Dinged by Tommy Greenwald

What motivates the main character in "Dinged" to continue playing football despite the risks involved?

• The desire to win a scholarship

• Pressure from his parents

• Love for the game

• Fear of disappointing his coach

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Which theme is most prominent in "Dinged"?

• The importance of teamwork

• The dangers of peer pressure

• The impact of sports on mental health

• The value of honesty

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Summarize the main conflict in "Dinged."

• The protagonist struggles with balancing school and sports.

• The protagonist faces a moral dilemma about playing injured.

• The protagonist has a rivalry with a teammate.

• The protagonist is trying to win a championship.

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How does the protagonist's relationship with his coach influence his decisions?

• The coach encourages him to prioritize his health.

• The coach pressures him to play despite injuries.

• The coach is indifferent to his struggles.

• The coach advises him to quit the team.

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Identify a secondary theme in "Dinged."

• The importance of family support

• The thrill of competition

• The struggle for academic success

• The challenge of making new friends

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What event marks the climax of the story in "Dinged"?

• The protagonist wins a crucial game.

• The protagonist decides to quit the team.

• The protagonist confronts his coach about playing injured.

• The protagonist receives a scholarship offer.

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How does the protagonist's injury affect his perspective on football?

• He becomes more determined to play professionally.

• He starts to question the importance of the sport.

• He decides to switch to a different sport.

• He becomes more competitive.

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What role does the protagonist's family play in his decision-making process?

• They push him to focus on academics.

• They support whatever decision he makes.

• They insist he continues playing football.

• They are unaware of his struggles.

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Which character serves as a foil to the protagonist in "Dinged"?

• The protagonist's best friend

• The team captain

• The rival team's star player

• The protagonist's sibling

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What lesson does the protagonist learn by the end of "Dinged"?

• Winning is everything.

• Health should never be compromised for sports.

• Friends are more important than family.

• Hard work always pays off.

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