"The Crossover" Warm-Up Reading Check

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English
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6th Grade
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Corinne Sherwood
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of the poem “Dribbling”?
To describe a specific basketball move Josh learned from his dad
To introduce Josh’s love for basketball and his confidence in his skills
To explain the rules of basketball to the reader
To show that Josh wants to be better than his brother
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CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the effect of Josh comparing himself to basketball legends like Kevin Durant, LeBron, and Chris Paul?
It shows that he has already played with professionals
It suggests he doesn’t respect older players
It highlights his belief that he’s destined for greatness
It explains how his dad taught him to play basketball
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CCSS.RI.5.1
CCSS.RI.6.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the nickname “Filthy McNasty” reveal about Josh’s father’s view of him?
He thinks Josh is disrespectful
He believes Josh plays basketball with flair and confidence
He wants Josh to listen to more jazz music
He disapproves of Josh’s playing style
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CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What caused Josh to start liking the nickname over time?
His dad promised to stop teasing him
His skills improved, and his dad cheered for him using it
His mom told him it was a cool name
He realized it was the name of a famous athlete
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CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In "Filthy McNasty," what does Josh say makes him really stand out on the court?
His defense
His free throws
His passing
His shooting
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What theme does "Jordan Bell" begin to explore about the brothers' relationship?
How they never get along
How they are both equally obsessed with basketball
How close siblings can also have individual identities
How they compete for attention from their parents
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CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What do Josh’s locks symbolize to him by the end of the poem, "Five Reasons I Have Locks"?
His ability to fly and follow in his dad’s footsteps
His love for hip-hop culture only
His desire to get attention from teammates
His need to rebel against his parents
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CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
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