Luke Goes to Bat Vocabulary

What does the word 'bat' mean in the context of the story 'Luke Goes to Bat'?

• A flying mammal

• A piece of sports equipment

• To hit something

• A type of dance

Which word best describes Luke's feelings when he is not chosen to play?

• Excited

• Disappointed

• Angry

• Indifferent

What is the main theme of 'Luke Goes to Bat'?

• Friendship

• Perseverance

• Adventure

• Mystery

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'cheer' as used in the story.

• Boo

• Applaud

• Whisper

• Ignore

What does the phrase 'goes to bat' imply in the story?

• To play baseball

• To fly like a bat

• To dance

• To sleep

Which sentence from the story shows that Luke is determined?

• Luke sat quietly.

• Luke practiced every day.

• Luke went home early.

• Luke watched TV.

What lesson does Luke learn by the end of the story?

• Winning is everything

• Practice makes perfect

• Friends are not important

• Always give up

Identify the correct antonym for 'happy' as used in the story.

• Sad

• Joyful

• Content

• Pleased

What role does Jackie Robinson play in the story?

• Luke's friend

• A famous baseball player

• Luke's coach

• A school teacher

Which word describes the setting of the story?

• Urban

• Rural

• Desert

• Forest