Bravo, Tavo! Comprehension Quiz

Which sentence from the story describes the setting?

• He was excited, for he had the whole summer to practice before the regular basketball season started.

• Tavo had seen the NBA games on the new satellite TV at the village store.

• He imagined that one day he, too, would have a great basketball game.

• Tavo looked down at his frayed sneakers and kicked at the parched earth.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which sentence best describes the conflict in this story?

• "We can't afford new sneakers right now. Not until the rain comes."

• He imagined that one day he, too, would have a great basketball name.

• The ball bounced off the hoop. Tavo had missed again.

• "Papa... look. Look at my sneakers. They are turning to sandals!"

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CCSS.RF.3.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

Which sentences from the text show that the villagers do not support Gustavo's plan? Choose the two best answers.

• "Go talk to your scarecrows!"

• To Tavo's surprise, his father marched right up to the front and faced the crowd.

• "The solution is in the zanjas!"

• "We must move forward, not backward."

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CCSS.RF.3.4C

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

Which phrase from the story shows the passage of time?

• Gustavo handed Tavo a shovel.

• The two Gustavos started work at the edge of their field.

• Hours turned into days.

• There was one house high up in the mountain.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

Why does the author include this example of personification in the story?

Down... down... down... until the water reached the thirsty field.

• to show that the fields are very dry and need water

• to show that the water is moving down the side of the mountain

• to show that Tavo is very excited about finding water

• to show that the corn is finally growing

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What does the sentence show readers about Tavo?

With the magic sneakers on his feet, he felt as if he could fly.

• Tavo is happy that his father's field is finally growing.

• Tavo is confident that he can support his father and help the village.

• Tavo is afraid of Senora Rosa.

• Tavo is excited about playing basketball again.

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CCSS.RF.3.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What point is the author trying to make with these sentences from the text?

Then the ball was in Tavo's hands. He planted himself, and crouched.

• Gustavo wished that his son would help in the fields, instead of worrying so much about basketball.

• Gustavo is determined to grow the seeds he planted, while Tavo is determined to grow his skills in basketball.

• Tavo believes that one day he will play in the NBA.

• Tavo believes that his magic sneakers are heling him to win the game.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

The author uses the phrase "the two Gustavos" many times throughout the story. Why does the author do this?

What lesson does the author want readers to learn from this story?

• Always tell the truth.

• Accept a person for exactly who they are.

• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

• You can achieve your goals with hard work and determination.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How are Tavo and his father alike?

• They both are very worried about the weather.

• They both love to play basketball.

• They both love to plant seeds and watch the plants grow.

• They both solve problems in unique ways.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3