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How are Josh and Jordan Bell related to each other?
Twin brothers
What is Josh’s nickname when he plays basketball?
Filthy McNasty
Who came up with Josh’s basketball nickname?
His dad
What writing style does the author use in The Crossover?
Free verse poetry
What sport do both Bell brothers play?
Basketball
What was the father's nickname from his pro basketball days?
Da Man
How does Josh view his relationship with his father early in the book?
Admiring
What causes conflict between Josh and JB in the "Second Quarter"?
JB starts dating a girl
What is the name of the girl JB is interested in?
Alexis
How does Josh feel about JB spending time with Alexis?
Jealous and left out
How does the father’s approach to his health appear in the story?
Ignorant and dismissive
What possible health issue is suggested for the father?
Heart issues
What role does the mom play in the Bell family?
She’s the referee and voice of reason
What is a central theme that starts showing up in this part of the book?
Growing up and family bonds
What does the poetic structure of the book reveal about Josh’s personality?
He is creative, emotional, and expressive
What literary device is used in “My hair is long, my height’s tall, and my game is BIG”?
Alliteration
What figurative language is in the phrase “JB and I are two slices of the same apple”?
Metaphor
What is present in the phrase “soaring through the air with a righteous glare”?
Imagery
What does the metaphor “your family is the court” suggest in the book?
Family supports you and surrounds everything you do
What is Josh saying when he describes his dreadlocks as “wings”?
They help him fly and feel powerful
What do Josh’s dreadlocks symbolize to him?
His individuality and strength
What does basketball symbolize for the Bell family?
A bond that connects them
What does the father’s championship ring symbolize in the story?
Success and legacy
What does the father’s refusal to visit the doctor symbolize?
His denial and fear
What does the book’s visual and poetic structure most symbolize?
Josh’s fast-paced inner world and emotions