Introducion
Why does the author begin with Paragraph 1?
A. To introduce the controversy surrounding payment of college athletes
B. To criticize colleges for breaking rules to attract athletes
C. To explain why college athletes are not allowed to be paid
D. To provide background on how college sports are managed
A. To introduce the controversy surrounding payment of college athletes
What is the key message of the Pro section?
A. College athletes should receive scholarships instead of pay.
B. Paying athletes would solve many problems in college sports.
C. College athletes should go directly to professional sports.
D. Paying athletes would create more problems.
D. Paying athletes would create more problems.
What is the main message of the Con section?
A. College athletes should be compensated fairly for their efforts.
B. College athletes should not expect to be paid for playing.
C. College sports should remain focused on academics, not money.
D. College athletes should rely on scholarships alone.
A. College athletes should be compensated fairly for their efforts.
Why does the author present both Pro and Con arguments?
A. To argue that one side is clearly correct
B. To provide a balanced discussion of the topic
C. To confuse readers about the issue
D. To criticize the NCAA’s amateur rule
B. To provide a balanced discussion of the topic
What rule does the NCAA enforce about paying college athletes?
A. Athletes can be paid for commercials but not sports
B. Athletes cannot be paid to play their sport
C. Athletes must earn scholarships instead of pay
D. Athletes must play for a minimum of two years before being paid
B. Athletes cannot be paid to play their sport
Which of the following supports the Pro argument?
A. Athletes are treated like employees in big-money sports.
B. Scholarships provide significant value, covering college costs.
C. College athletes should profit from their likeness being used.
D. Universities prioritize education over sports success.
B. Scholarships provide significant value, covering college costs.
Which sentence supports the Con argument?
A. “Athletes should have the same right to profit as the universities.”
B. “The value of amateur play is essential for college sports.”
C. “Paying athletes would create problems for universities.”
D. “Many college athletes receive scholarships worth thousands.”
A. “Athletes should have the same right to profit as the universities.”
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this text?
A. To explain the NCAA’s role in college sports
B. To argue for paying college athletes
C. To explore arguments for and against paying college athletes
D. To show the financial struggles of universities
C. To explore arguments for and against paying college athletes
Why does the author mention the Rice report?
A. To highlight the challenges of enforcing NCAA rules
B. To show the popularity of basketball among athletes
C. To emphasize recommendations against paying athletes
D. To discuss how to help athletes succeed academically
C. To emphasize recommendations against paying athletes
Why does the Pro section emphasize scholarships?
A. Scholarships are an effective way to compensate athletes.
B. Scholarships ensure athletes earn money during college.
C. Scholarships help athletes find jobs in professional sports.
D. Scholarships eliminate the need for NCAA rules.
A. Scholarships are an effective way to compensate athletes.
What challenges are highlighted in the Con section?
A. Universities rely too much on athletes to generate money.
B. Athletes are overworked and struggle to manage college.
C. Athletes rarely graduate from college programs.
D. Universities fail to attract top athletes without paying them.
B. Athletes are overworked and struggle to manage college.
What is the purpose of including both sections in the article?
A. To highlight challenges faced by the NCAA
B. To show how college sports create problems for universities
C. To allow readers to decide which argument they support
D. To argue in favor of paying athletes
C. To allow readers to decide which argument they support
What does the author say about the value of amateur play?
A. It allows athletes to focus on education.
B. It ensures athletes are compensated for their efforts.
C. It creates financial stability for universities.
D. It reduces cheating in college sports.
A. It allows athletes to focus on education.
What does the Pro section recommend regarding amateur rules?
A. Eliminate amateur rules altogether.
B. Keep amateur rules to protect college sports.
C. Change amateur rules to allow part-time jobs.
D. Modify amateur rules for football only.
B. Keep amateur rules to protect college sports.
What does the Con section suggest about profits from big-money sports?
A. Universities should share profits with athletes.
B. Profits ensure scholarships remain available.
C. Profits are used to improve academic programs.
D. Profits reduce the NCAA’s involvement in sports.
A. Universities should share profits with athletes.
Why does the author balance arguments for both sides?
A. To show that the NCAA is unbiased
B. To highlight the complexity of the issue
C. To argue against scholarships for athletes
D. To emphasize the need for reform
B. To highlight the complexity of the issue
Why does the text start with problems in college basketball?
A. To suggest basketball is more problematic than other sports
B. To introduce the NCAA rules and why they exist
C. To criticize the financial pressures in basketball
D. To show why the amateur rule should change
B. To introduce the NCAA rules and why they exist
Why does the Pro section highlight the value of amateur rules?
A. To show that amateur rules create fairness in college sports.
B. To argue that scholarships are more valuable than payment.
C. To suggest amateur rules prevent exploitation of athletes.
D. To prove that paying athletes would increase academic success.
A. To show that amateur rules create fairness in college sports.
Why does the Con section focus on athletes earning from their likeness?
A. To argue for the fair treatment of athletes.
B. To reduce cheating in college sports.
C. To emphasize the importance of amateur rules.
D. To ensure universities can keep profits.
A. To argue for the fair treatment of athletes.
What is the writer’s intent in highlighting both perspectives?
A. To promote NCAA rules
B. To inform readers about the debate
C. To criticize current practices
D. To persuade readers to choose one side
B. To inform readers about the debate