Crossover Quiz - Warmup, 1st quarter, 2nd quarter

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How are Josh and Jordan Bell related to each other?

Twin brothers

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What is Josh’s nickname when he plays basketball?

Filthy McNasty

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Who came up with Josh’s basketball nickname?

His dad

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What writing style does the author use in The Crossover?

Free verse poetry

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What sport do both Bell brothers play?

Basketball

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What was the father's nickname from his pro basketball days?

Da Man

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How does Josh view his relationship with his father early in the book?

Admiring

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What causes conflict between Josh and JB in the "Second Quarter"?

JB starts dating a girl

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What is the name of the girl JB is interested in?

Alexis

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How does Josh feel about JB spending time with Alexis?

Jealous and left out

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How does the father’s approach to his health appear in the story?

Ignorant and dismissive

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What possible health issue is suggested for the father?

Heart issues

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What role does the mom play in the Bell family?

She’s the referee and voice of reason

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What is a central theme that starts showing up in this part of the book?

Growing up and family bonds

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What does the poetic structure of the book reveal about Josh’s personality?

He is creative, emotional, and expressive

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What literary device is used in “My hair is long, my height’s tall, and my game is BIG”?

Alliteration

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What figurative language is in the phrase “JB and I are two slices of the same apple”?

Metaphor

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What is present in the phrase “soaring through the air with a righteous glare”?

Imagery

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What does the metaphor “your family is the court” suggest in the book?

Family supports you and surrounds everything you do

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What is Josh saying when he describes his dreadlocks as “wings”?

They help him fly and feel powerful

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What do Josh’s dreadlocks symbolize to him?

His individuality and strength

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What does basketball symbolize for the Bell family?

A bond that connects them

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What does the father’s championship ring symbolize in the story?

Success and legacy

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What does the father’s refusal to visit the doctor symbolize?

His denial and fear

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What does the book’s visual and poetic structure most symbolize?

Josh’s fast-paced inner world and emotions