Figurative language
Identify what figurative language is being used in the quote “I love this game like the winter loves snow even though I spent the final quarter in foul trouble on the bench.”
Simile
What is the main characters brothers name?
Jordan Bell
What is the meaning of patellar tendinitis?
a condition that arises when the muscle that connects to the kneecap to the shin bone becomes irritated due to overuse
What is the rhyme scheme on page 33?
The rhyme scheme is A,B,A,B…
What is the definition of crossover?
Find the metaphor that is used in “In this game of life your family is the court and the ball is your heart. No matter how good you are, no matter how down you get, always leave your heart on the court.”
your family is the court and the ball is your heart
Who gave Josh his nickname?
Josh‘s dad
Define hypertension
”A disease otherwise known as as high blood pressure.”
Define a basketball dunk
a type of basketball shot that is performed when the player jumps in the air and shoves the ball into the hoop.
Identify the figurative language below
”Like 747 ZOom zoOM!”
Onomatopoeia
Who is JB’s favorite basketball player?
Michael Jordan
Define the word calamity
”An unexpected, undesirable event; often physically injurious.”
What is the definition of a free throw?
A shot in basketball made from behind a set line and awarded because of a foul by an opponent.
“Im on fire when I shoot.”
What type of figurative language is this?
Imagery
How many extra locks did JB cut off of Josh’s head?
4 extra locks
What is the meaning of pulchritudinous?
”Having great physical beauty and appeal.”
“His mouth swimming on the floor.”
Identify the figurative language that is used
Personification
How much taller is Josh than JB?
1 inch taller
What is the definition of noogie?
a hard poke or grind with the knuckles, especially on a person‘s head.