1. In what grade was Jen Pariseau when she joined the team?
(a) Seventh grade.
(b) Sixth grade.
(c) Ninth grade.
(d) Eighth grade.

2. How old was Kim Warner when her father left the family?
(a) Six.
(b) Nine.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

3. What is the title of Chapter 1?
(a) "Rising Tide."
(b) "Late Night When the Phone Rang."
(c) "You Can All Clap Now."
(d) "Losing."

4. What does Jamila's name supposedly mean in Arabic?
(a) Brave.
(b) Fierce.
(c) Beautiful.
(d) Loyal.

5. What Amherst event is hosted by the Rotary Club in August of each year?
(a) The Teddy Bear Rally.
(b) The Cucumber Festival.
(c) Brick Fest.
(d) The Tomato Festival.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author notes in Chapter 2, "As a child of mixed races, Jamila was often asked by interviewers whether she identified more with being white or with being black" (43). How did Jamila respond?

2. What is the name of Patri Abad's older brother?

3. Where was Jamila Wideman born?

4. Where did the Amherst Lady Hurricanes team members often go for ice cream after games?

5. How many siblings does Rita Powell have?

(see the answer key)

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