The Crossover: Warm Up Comprehension Quiz

What is the main theme introduced in the warm-up of "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander?

• Friendship

• Family and basketball

• Adventure

• Mystery

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which figurative language technique is used in the phrase "The ball is life"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

In the warm-up of "The Crossover," how does the author describe the basketball court?

• As a battlefield

• As a stage

• As a classroom

• As a jungle

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

What is the tone of the warm-up section in "The Crossover"?

• Humorous

• Serious

• Exciting

• Sad

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the main character and his father in the warm-up?

• Distant

• Competitive

• Supportive

• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What type of figurative language is used in the phrase "He flies down the court"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which word best describes the main character's attitude towards basketball in the warm-up?

• Indifferent

• Passionate

• Fearful

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the effect of using short, rhythmic sentences in the warm-up of "The Crossover"?

• It creates a sense of calm.

• It adds suspense.

• It mimics the pace of a basketball game.

• It confuses the reader.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

Which figurative language technique is used in the phrase "The crowd roars like a lion"?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What does the warm-up suggest about the importance of basketball to the main character's family?

• It is a casual hobby.

• It is a source of conflict.

• It is a central part of their lives.

• It is a new interest.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1