Exploring the World of Junior Spirit

How does Junior's relationship with his family change throughout the first ten chapters?

• It becomes more strained as he faces challenges at his new school.

• It remains the same, with no significant changes.

• It improves as they support his decision to transfer schools.

• It deteriorates because he stops communicating with them.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What theme is most evident in Junior's decision to leave the reservation?

• The importance of tradition and staying true to one's roots.

• The struggle between personal ambition and community expectations.

• The impact of poverty on education.

• The role of friendship in overcoming adversity.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Describe the setting of the Spokane Indian Reservation as depicted in the book.

• A bustling urban area with many opportunities.

• A close-knit community with a strong sense of pride.

• A place of poverty and limited opportunities.

• A rural area with abundant natural resources and wealth.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can we infer about Junior's feelings towards Reardan High School?

• He is intimidated by the wealth of the students and the quality of the school.

• He is indifferent and does not care about the differences.

• He is excited about the sports programs but not the academics.

• He feels it is similar to his school on the reservation.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does Junior's character develop in response to the adversity he faces?

• He becomes more aggressive and confrontational.

• He retreats into himself and becomes more isolated.

• He develops a sense of humor as a coping mechanism.

• He gives up on his dreams and accepts his situation.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What theme is reflected in Junior's interactions with his peers at Reardan?

• The challenge of fitting in when coming from a different cultural background.

• The ease of making friends when you are the new student.

• The unimportance of socioeconomic status in forming friendships.

• The role of athletics in building cross-cultural understanding.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How is the setting of Reardan High School different from the reservation school?

• Reardan is less equipped and has fewer resources.

• Reardan is more modern and has better facilities.

• Reardan has a higher population of Native American students.

• Reardan is smaller and offers fewer classes.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can we infer about Junior's parents from their reactions to his decision to transfer schools?

• They are unsupportive and angry about his decision.

• They are indifferent and do not express any opinion.

• They are supportive but worried about the implications.

• They are excited and immediately agree with his decision.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character shows significant development in understanding Junior's choices?

• Rowdy

• Junior's grandmother

• Mr. P

• Roger

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What theme does Junior's friendship with Rowdy represent?

• The fragility of childhood friendships.

• The enduring nature of true friendship despite challenges.

• The ease of reconciling after a disagreement.

• The impact of jealousy on friendships.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2