Barbed Wire Baseball pg 166-183

What was the first step Zeni took to prepare the baseball field?

• He borrowed a bulldozer from the camp commander.

• He diverted an irrigation line to flood the field.

• He started chopping down plants and digging up rocks.

How did Zeni acquire (get) a bulldozer to level the field?

• He bought one from a nearby town.

• He built one himself from spare parts.

• He convinced the camp commander to lend him one.

What method did Zeni use to create a clean, hard surface for the baseball field and prevent dust?

• He covered the field with a tarp.

• He paved the field with concrete.

• He flooded the field with water and let it bake into clay.

What was Zeni's final idea to complete the baseball field, besides marking the bases?

• He planned to build rows of bleachers for spectators.

• He decided to add a scoreboard and concession stands.

• He wanted to install floodlights for night games.

Why did the commander allow Zeni and his sons to sneak out of their barracks at night?

• To help them escape the camp.

• He was curious to see what Zeni wanted to do.

• He was unaware they had left.

How did the community get the equipment and uniforms for the baseball team?

• They received a large donation from a wealthy benefactor.

• Zeni collected money from families for equipment, and women sewed uniforms from potato sacks.

• The camp administration provided all the supplies.

What significant (very important) event occurred during the first baseball game?

• The game was postponed due to a dust storm.

• Zeni hit a home run that soared over the barbed wire fence.

• The opposing team refused to play.

RESTATE AND ANSWER: How do you think Zeni felt at the end of the story? Why?

Sentence Starter: I think Zeni felt ____________ because_____________.