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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Josh ask his coach when the coach asks if he is sure he is able to play in "During Warm-Ups"?

2. What kind of job has Josh's dad been given an offer for in "I Run into Dad's Room"?

3. How are "the unspoken words" described in the poem "After"?

4. What word is repeatedly set apart from the others in the poem "I Don't Think I'll Ever Get Used To"?

5. What does the postscript say in "Dear Jordan"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Josh's mother say happens to "boys with no self-control" (138) in "Suspension"? What does she mean by this statement?

2. What information is related in "Text Messages from Vondie"?

3. What does Josh ask his father in "Okay, Dad'? What ultimatum does he make?

4. What are some of the questions that appear in the poem "Questions" in "Fourth Quarter"?

5. What is the focus and meaning of "Basketball Rule #7"?

6. What stylistic elements stand out in the poem "Fast Break"?

7. What is revealed by the phone call in "As We’re About to Leave for the Final Game"? How does the Bell family respond?

8. How is the word "profusely" explored in the poem that has the same name?

9. What thoughts and emotions does Josh express in "Dear Jordan"?

10. How are the Christmas celebrations described in "Santa Claus Stops By"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the significance of Chuck's championship ring. What does the ring symbolize? What becomes of the ring? Why is this significant?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Chuck and Crystal Bell in The Crossover. For how long have they been married? Who appears to dominate this relationship? Why?

Essay Topic 3

How does Josh's use of language reflect upon his character? How does Josh's use of language stand apart from the other characters in The Crossover? How is dialogue conveyed in this verse novel?

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