Problem and Solution
Comprehension questions
Vocabulary
100
What are the main characters of the story?

Sadie, Richie, Sadie’s mother


100

Why did Sadie feel bad?

Because she argued with her brother.

100
What is a bouquet?
It is a bunch of cut or picked flowers.
200
What is the setting?

A basquetball court


200

Why did Sadie argue with her brother?

Because he can’t be at the game.

200

An example with the word "Sparkles"

The star sparkles at night.
300
What is the problem?

Sadie is playing badly. She is sad that Richard did not come to the game.  


300

Who taught Sadie to play basketball?

Her brother.
300

What is the definition of "Portraits"?

Pictures of people showing their faces.
400
What is the event that changes everything?

Sadie’s brother appeared with a bouquet.


400

What are Richie new priorities?

He has new high school friends and he has a new car.

400
An example with the word "whirl"
The doggies whirl to catch their tale.
500
How does the problem solve at the end?

He apologize and encourage her to continue with the game.


500

What words did Richie say to Sadie?

He said that new friends are good, but she is his best friend.
500
What is the meaning of "encircle"?

To surround or form a circle around.

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