Participation Trophies Quiz

What is the main argument against participation trophies according to the text?

• They are too expensive

• They boost confidence

• They make trophies meaningless

• They are hard to distribute

Who is James Harrison?

• A soccer coach

• A professional football player

• A basketball player

• A gymnastics coach

What does James Harrison believe about trophies?

• They should be given to everyone

• They should be earned

• They should be colorful

• They should be large

What is the intent of a basketball game or a gymnastics meet according to the text?

• To have fun

• To acknowledge every child as a winner

• To win

• To learn new skills

What is the effect of giving trophies to all players according to the text?

• It encourages more practice

• It makes trophies meaningless

• It increases competition

• It improves skills

What did Sam's team not mind doing according to the text?

• Winning all their games

• Losing all their games

• Practicing every day

• Traveling to games

What should trophies recognize according to those who support them?

• Hard work and future success

• Team spirit

• Creativity

• Attendance

What is the suggested solution for the issue with participation trophies?

• Give more trophies

• Eliminate participation trophies

• Make trophies bigger

• Give trophies only to coaches

Why does the author most likely include the anecdote in paragraph 1?

• To share with the reader that she has a younger brother who plays soccer

• To convince the reader that most participation trophies are given after soccer games

• To support the idea that many coaches award participation trophies to young players

• To show that kids appreciate getting a treat after they have played a game

Which sentence in the text presents factual information?

• Sam’s team was a good match for him because none of the kids were all that interested in soccer. (paragraph 1)

• James Harrison, a professional football player, has spoken out against participation trophies. (paragraph 3)

• Children understand this concept at a very young age. (paragraph 3)

• Trophies should be presented only to those who rise to the top. (paragraph 5)