The Crossover

Front

What does the word 'taunt' mean?

Back

To tease.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

How would you describe a confident speaker?

Back

A confident speaker expresses self-assurance and belief in their abilities.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the use of capital letters in 'JB and I' suggest about the brothers?

Back

It suggests that the brothers love each other but are very competitive.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What emotion does the speaker seem to express in lines 13-15 of the scene?

Back

Arrogance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

How are the speaker and JB different according to the comparison to 'goals at opposite ends of the court'?

Back

They differ in height, basketball camp experience, and playing positions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Crossover'?

Back

The main theme is the relationship between brothers and the challenges of growing up.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does it mean to be 'envious'?

Back

To feel discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

How can competition affect relationships?

Back

Competition can create tension but also strengthen bonds through shared goals.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of basketball in 'The Crossover'?

Back

Basketball serves as a metaphor for life challenges and personal growth.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does it mean to be 'arrogant'?

Back

Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4