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The Contender

Authored by Sarah Williams

English

9th Grade

CCSS covered

The Contender
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

EPHS is always a ________ in the RI state basketball open tournament.

murky

contender

amateur

regimen

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What motivates Alfred to start training at Donatelli's gym in "The Contender"?

He wants to impress his friends.

He seeks a sense of purpose and direction.

He is forced by his family.

He wants to become famous quickly.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does Alfred's relationship with his coach, Mr. Donatelli, develop throughout the story?

It remains distant and formal.

It becomes more like a father-son relationship.

It turns into a rivalry.

It becomes strained and hostile.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Interpret the significance of the dialogue where Alfred expresses doubt about his abilities to Mr. Donatelli.

It shows Alfred's lack of confidence.

It highlights Mr. Donatelli's harshness.

It reveals Alfred's desire to quit.

It demonstrates Mr. Donatelli's indifference.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does the boxing ring symbolize for Alfred in the novel?

A place of violence.

A path to fame.

A test of character and resilience.

A source of income.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the setting of Donatelli's gym contribute to the novel's themes?

It represents a place of danger and fear.

It symbolizes a refuge and a place for growth.

It is a symbol of wealth and luxury.

It highlights the theme of isolation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the primary theme of 'The Contender'?

Perseverance and personal growth

Wealth and fame

Romance and relationships

Mystery and suspense

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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