Laura's Key - Quiz

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

What does the term "mija" mean as used by Laura's mother?

• My friend

• My daughter

• My teammate

• My sister

How did Laura feel when she joined the soccer team in sixth grade?

• Defeated and hopeless

• Excited as if she could fly

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Angry and frustrated

What was Laura's experience during her 6th grade soccer season?

• She was the star player and scored many goals

• She spent most of the season on the bench

• She won a scholarship for soccer

• She became the team captain

What was Laura's reaction after the opposing team scored because of her mistake?

• She felt proud of the other team.

• She was indifferent and did not react.

• She cringed from the laser beam stares of her own teammates.

• She celebrated with her teammates.

What was the outcome of the game where Laura made her huge mistake?

• Laura's team won the game.

• The game ended in a draw.

• Laura's team lost 1-0.

• The outcome of the game is not mentioned.

How did Laura's mother suggest she could improve her soccer skills?

• 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.

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

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

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

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

• Because the best players keep practicing to improve.

• 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?

• Going for a run around the neighborhood.

• Watching soccer videos on YouTube for tips.

• Cleaning up a vacant lot full of weeds and trash.

• Making scrambled eggs with jalapeños and warm tortillas.