Why did the author write this selection?

to inform readers about some inspirational athletes

Which of these is an OPINION?

Duke Kahanamoku was the greatest surfer ever

a metal that is made of copper and tin

Why did Jim Thorpe move to Pennsylvania?

he was not doing well in school

What is a professional?

a person who get paid to do a special job

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1
T or F. When the book said Roberto Clemente "died as he lived" ... it meant that he was dead and alive at the same time.
False
True
2
Why did the author write this selection?
to inform readers about some inspirational athletes
to persuade the reader to learn a new sport
to entertain the readers with exciting stories
to express an opinion about the importance of sports
3
Which of these is an OPINION?
Jackie Robinson was named rookie of the year in 1947
Althea Gibson was named Female Athlete of the Year
Wally Yonamine played football and basketball
Duke Kahanamoku was the greatest surfer ever
4
A competition between track teams is called a...
trim
skip
meet
pack
5
T or F. It was unusual that 2 Asian-Americans won gold medals at the 1948 Olympics.
False
True
6
T or F. Polio made Wilma Rudolph's legs weak, which was a challenge for her.
False
True
7
When people are treated unfairly because of race or religion, it is called...
intensive
regardless
prejudice
circulate
8
What happened when Don Haskins started five African-American basketball players?
the other team would not play
some fans were not happy
the NCAA changed the rules
he got fired
9
The selection is a collection of...
fiction stories
movie scripts
adventure stories
biographies
10
What is bronze?
an award given to someone who is best
an open field in which vegetables are grown
a sport that was played a long time ago
a metal that is made of copper and tin
11
Why did Jim Thorpe move to Pennsylvania?
he was not doing well in school
his family moved
his coaches wanted him to go to the Olympics
he was better than other players in Oklahoma
12
What is a professional?
a friend who likes to play the same sport
a large statium where athletes compete
a group of friends who have the same hobby
a person who get paid to do a special job
13
T or F. Hitler was happy for Jesse Owen's success.
False
True

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