Hoops - Young Adult Literature - Questions for Tests and Worksheets - Eighth Grade (Grade 8)

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Grade 8 Hoops CCSS: CCRA.R.4, CCRA.L.4, RL.8.4, L.8.4

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate vocabulary words from the novel.

WORD BANK: Tolerate, nonchalant, violent, ward off, static, liberty, shambles, stoop

1. Paul was often           violent          with girls.

2. Even if he decided not to drink with his friends, he was happy to be at           liberty           to do so if he wanted.

3. Even though he didn't always like his mother, he had to            tolerate           her.

4. They put bars on the windows to            ward off            potential burglars.

5. He promised himself he would never         stoop        to the same level as his dad.

6. After the party, the house was in            shambles           .

7. He had a              nonchalant             attitude, nothing seemed to bother him.

Grade 8 Hoops CCSS: CCRA.R.2, RL.8.2

Which is NOT a theme found in the novel "Hoops"?

Friendship
Trust
Perseverance
Love

Grade 8 Hoops CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RL.8.4

How does the use of slang enhance the story?

Grade 8 Hoops CCSS: CCRA.R.1, RL.8.1

Do you think Lonnie Jackson is a good role model for teen boys? Explain.

Grade 8 Hoops CCSS: CCRA.R.3, RL.8.3

Describe Lonnie's relationship with his mother.

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