What was Laura's attitude towards soccer at the end of the season?

She wanted to forget about soccer because she thought she wasn't good enough.

She was determined to become the best player on the team.

She was excited to try again next season.

She wanted to become a coach instead of a player.

What reason does Laura's mother give for continuing to practice even after the soccer season is over?

Because the best players keep practicing to improve.

Because it's a good way to stay fit and healthy.

Because Laura asked for more practice sessions.

Because they have nothing else to do.

What task does Laura's mother suggest instead of getting a soccer ball from the garage?

Cleaning up a vacant lot full of weeds and trash.

Going for a run around the neighborhood.

Watching soccer videos on YouTube for tips.

Making scrambled eggs with jalapeños and warm tortillas.

What is Laura's initial reaction to her mother's suggestion of practicing in a vacant lot?

She is skeptical and raises her eyebrows.

She is excited and immediately agrees.

She is indifferent and shows no emotion.

She is angry and refuses to go.

According to Laura's mother, how will the activity of cleaning the lot help Laura become a better soccer player?

It will make her legs stronger and faster.

It will help her learn new soccer techniques.

It will improve her strategic thinking skills.

It will increase her popularity among her teammates.

What does Laura's mother mean when she says, "for every lock, there is a key"?

That every problem has a solution.

That Laura needs to be more disciplined.

That they need to find a key to the soccer field.

That Laura should focus on her studies instead of soccer.

What routine did Laura and her mother develop for practice shooting?

They practiced every weekend before dinner for one hour.

They practiced every morning for one hour.

They practiced every evening after dinner for one hour.

They practiced every afternoon for two hours.

What was Laura's mother doing while Laura was practicing on the sandlot soccer field?

She was sitting in her suit and heels from the office, jogging after her with a smartphone in her hand.

She was coaching Laura from the sidelines.

She was running up and down the lot kicking a ball.

She was watching videos of Laura's practice.

What did Dequan say when Laura asked if anyone wanted to practice with her?

He said they wouldn't take him on Los Halcones because he doesn't run fast enough.

He said he would love to practice with her.

He said he was already on a team and didn't need practice.

He said he didn't know how to play soccer.

What did Laura offer to show Dequan?

How to strengthen leg muscles to get faster.

How to make more faces than a ventriloquist.

How to set up a net at the other end of the field.

How to laugh at mistakes in practice videos.

What does the footnote number 4 refer to?

A goalkeeper in the American professional soccer league.

A famous soccer player in the national league.

A person who can make sounds like a ventriloquist.

What did Isabel say to Laura about playing soccer?

She wanted to play but didn't understand the rules.

She was excited to play and knew all the rules.

She didn't want to play because she didn't like soccer.

She was already an expert player and didn't need help.

What did Laura offer to Isabel to help her play soccer?

To teach her the rules because she had the rulebook memorized.

To give her a soccer ball to practice alone.

To find a professional coach to teach her.

To watch soccer games together to learn the rules.

What did Dequan suggest to make sure everyone gets a chance to play?

To take turns recording video when their moms are at work.

To play soccer at the park every day.

To have a soccer match with another neighborhood.

To buy new soccer equipment for everyone.

What did Laura's mother recommend for strong legs during soccer practice?

To practice squats and sprints.

To go for long runs every morning.

How did Laura's feelings about soccer change over the summer?

They were like a rollercoaster, with ups and downs.

She consistently felt positive and confident.

She lost interest in soccer completely.

She decided to quit playing soccer.

Why did Laura think about quitting soccer?

She felt she couldn't desert her friends at the sandlot field.

She didn't like the team captain.

How did Laura's brother, Toni, react when he saw her practicing soccer?

He laughed and expressed surprise at her growth.

He was disappointed in her skills.

He ignored her and talked to Isabel.

He scolded her for not practicing enough.

What was Toni's reason for coming to see Laura?

He wanted to check out her soccer empire before Los Halcones see it in September.

He needed to practice because he was out of shape.

He wanted to surprise her with a visit.

What was Laura's reaction to Toni's visit?

She felt embarrassed and worried.

She was indifferent and uninterested.

What is the main reason Toni believes he is not the best player in his school?

He has teammates who are exceptionally skilled.

He has never played in a big tournament.

He lacks confidence in his abilities.

He was unable to score a goal in the last game.

According to the passage, what does the saying "big fish in a little pond" suggest?

A person may seem important in a small place but not when compared to a larger area.

It is better to be a big fish in a small pond than a small fish in a big pond.

Big fish always swim downstream to the ocean.

Sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean.

What does Toni do to comfort Laura?

He gently wipes her tears and puts his arm around her shoulders.

He tells her a story about a big fish and a shark.

He criticizes her for missing the pass in the game.

He walks away from her to avoid the conversation.

What does Laura regret about playing with Los Halcones?

She regrets spending her summer practicing.

She regrets not practicing enough before the game.

She regrets joining the team because she is the best player.

She regrets not being able to persuade Toni to join the team.

What was Toni's initial reaction to the level of his soccer team?

He wanted to quit the team and college.

He was confident and played well from the start.

He immediately asked for help from a professional player.

He decided to become the team captain.

What helped Toni change his attitude towards his situation on the soccer team?

His mother's advice and a teammate's help.

The coach's strict training regimen.

Watching professional soccer games for inspiration.

The support from his sister Laura.

According to the passage, what is the key message that Toni's family believes in?

Working hard and finding solutions to problems.

Giving up when things get tough.

Relying on others to solve one's problems.

Focusing on individual success over teamwork.

What does Toni offer to Laura to help her soccer team?

To become the team's coach for the next four weeks.

To find a professional coach for the team.

To sponsor new equipment for the team.

To arrange a meeting with a Portuguese soccer player.

What is the significance of the team name "Los Alacranes" in the context of the story?

It signifies the players' growth and shedding of their old selves.

It represents the players' ability to sting their opponents with their skills.

It indicates the players' strategy to play defensively.

It is a reference to the players' favorite animal.

How long does it take for bark scorpions to grow to full size according to Isabel?

It is not specified in the text

What does Isabel say scorpions must do in order to get bigger?

They must shed their hard exoskeleton.

They must win fights against other scorpions.

They must hibernate for a certain period.

What was Laura's initial reaction to the team name "Los Alacranes"?

She disliked it and expressed disgust.

She was excited and agreed immediately.

She was indifferent and had no opinion.

She was confused and asked for clarification.

What new experience was Laura's soccer team about to have?

They were going to play a game like a real team against another camp.

They were going to watch a professional soccer game.

They were going to participate in a soccer tournament.

They were going to meet a famous soccer player.

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What is the purpose of reading "Laura's Key" as stated in the text?

To learn about the author's background

To notice how a character's changing attitude and symbolic details reveal a message about success and failure

To practice soccer skills through literature

To analyze the history of soccer in middle schools

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.4

By practicing more with her team.

By watching soccer videos, specifically of Tobin Heath.

By quitting the team and finding another sport.

By ignoring soccer and focusing on other activities.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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