LaDonna Plays Hoops by Kimberly A. Gordon Biddle

Ladonna visits her Grandma's house, eager to play with her cousins. She recalls past basketball games with her cousin Tyrone, the family hoop star. After a warm family reunion and a game of double Dutch, Ladonna injures her knee. Despite this, she challenges Tyrone to a basketball game. With determination and support from her family, Ladonna overcomes her injury and wins the game, proving her growth and skill.

What does Ladonna recall about her previous basketball game with Tyrone?

• She was praised for her skills.

• She didn't play against Tyrone before.

• She felt embarrassed after losing.

• She won the game easily.

Who is Ladonna eager to play with upon arriving at Grandma's house?

• Her pet frog Freddy

• Her cousin Tyrone

• Her Grandma

• Her cousin Felicia

What activity does Ladonna join with her cousins before the basketball game?

• Playing double Dutch

• Watching TV

• Playing video games

• Playing cards

How does Ladonna feel about playing basketball against Tyrone this time?

• Confident and ready

• Nervous and unsure

• Scared and hesitant

• Indifferent and uninterested

What is Ladonna's initial strategy in the basketball game against Tyrone?

• To avoid using her injured leg

• To pass the ball often

• To score quickly

• To play defensively

What does Tyrone do when he starts catching up in the game?

• He asks for a time-out

• He fouls Ladonna

• He scores multiple three-pointers

• He gives up

How does Ladonna ultimately win the game against Tyrone?

• By scoring a free throw

• By the game being called off

• By Tyrone forfeiting

• By scoring a final jump shot