March Madness

What does the term 'March Madness' mean, and why is it called 'Madness'?

• A series of basketball games between professional teams.

• The exciting and unpredictable nature of the NCAA college basketball tournament.

• A period when high school basketball games are held nationwide.

• A training period for college basketball teams.

What is the evidence in the text that supports the idea that the NCAA tournament is very competitive?

• The games are held in only one location.

• 68 teams compete, but only one team can win the championship.

• All teams are ranked equally at the start.

• The same team wins every year.

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How are 'bubble teams' and 'brackets' connected to the excitement of March Madness?

• Bubble teams are guaranteed to win in their bracket.

• Bubble teams are expected to reach the championship.

• Bubble teams make bracket predictions more difficult because it is uncertain if they will make the tournament.

• Bubble teams always win in the early rounds.

How does the author support the idea that March Madness creates national excitement among sports fans?

• Millions fill out brackets and follow the games on television.

• Only professional teams participate in March Madness.

• The games are held in large stadiums.

• The tournament lasts all year long.

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What evidence does the author provide to support the claim that March Madness is difficult to predict?

• The games are played in various locations.

• Only the highest-seeded teams reach the championship.

• The odds of picking a perfect bracket are less than 1 in 9.2 quintillion.

• The tournament schedule changes every year.