Comparing and Contrasting Characters and Events

The Story House show, hosted by Sophia Romero, features characters from Lisa Duali's books set in Lakeston, Maine. The episode compares two stories: 'Pitches and Ponytails' about Jenny Peebles, a female baseball player, and 'Bats and Bait' about Derek Freeman, who prefers fishing over baseball. Both characters face challenges related to baseball, with Jenny overcoming gender bias and Derek reconciling with his father's expectations. The show highlights the differences and similarities in these stories, emphasizing themes of acceptance and personal growth.

Who is the host of the Story House show?

• Sophia Romero

• Lisa do Alli

• Jenny Peebles

• Derek Freeman

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What unique challenge does Jenny Peebles face in her baseball team?

• She prefers fishing

• Her father forces her to play

• She is the only girl

• She dislikes the sport

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What is Derek Freeman's preferred activity over baseball?

• Basketball

• Fishing

• Reading

• Cycling

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In which fictional town are both stories set?

• Lake stand

• River run

• Ocean view

• Mountain peak

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What resolution does Derek Freeman reach with his father?

• They stop playing baseball

• They go fishing together

• They move to another town

• They start a new sport

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What major achievement does Jenny Peebles accomplish in her baseball league?

• Writes a book about her experience

• Pitches a no-hitter

• Wins a trophy

• Becomes team captain

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What common theme is explored in both stories?

• Youth baseball

• High school drama

• Magical adventures

• Space exploration

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What does Jenny Peebles' teammate initially do?

• Ignore her

• Support her fully

• Reject her presence

• Cheer for her

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What does Derek say about fishing compared to baseball?

• It's less stressful

• It's less enjoyable

• It's more stressful

• It's more competitive

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Who interrupts the conversation with a humorous comment about being hungry?

• Jenny

• Wolfie

• Lisa

• Sophia

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