Characters of The Crossover
Plot Events
Dad and Family
Symbolism & Literary Elements
Key Moments
100

His nickname is "Filthy McNasty."

Who is Josh Bell?

100
This is what happens after JB cuts Josh's hair.

What is "all his hair must be cut"?

100

Dad struggles with this health condition.

What is a heart problem?

100

Basketball Rule #1 is mostly about this theme.

What is family or teamwork?

100

Josh checks his phone in the locker room for this reason.

What is to look for a text from JB?

200

Josh notices him looking at Dad's empty seat during the championship game. 

Who is JB?

200

Josh gets this punishment for throwing the ball at JB?

What is being suspended?

200

The twins find this item in Dad's safety box.

What is his championship ring?

200

After Dad dies, Josh describes the world this way.

What is a starless sky?

200

In the library, JB is doing this surprising action. 

What is hugging Alexis?

300

Josh writes this person an apology letter after the incident.

Who is JB?

300

During the buffet scene, JB surprises Mom by returning with this.

What is a mountain of desserts?

300

Dad collapses because of this.

What is a heart attack?

300

This phrase becomes a tribute to Dad.

What is "We Da Man"?

300

Right after the final game, this person comforts Josh..

Who is Mom?

400

She is described by Josh as "pulchritudinous."

Who is Miss Sweet Tea?

400
He misses the championship game for this reason.

What is being suspended?

400

Mom reveals this news before the final game.

What is "Dad passed away"?

400

The final action in the novel that honors Dad involves this.

What is shooting free throws?

400

During the championship, Josh notices JB doing this instead of focusing on the game.

What is looking at Dad's empty seat?

500

This parent pushes for a healthier eating, even at Thanksgiving?

Who is Dad?

500

This is what Josh sees JB doing during the final free throws.

What is reconnecting with him?

500

Josh's 50 free throws symbolize this connection.

What is his bond with Dad?

500

Josh knows JB may forgive him when JB says this word.

What is "we"?

500

The Bells eat salad for Thanksgiving because of this reason.

What is Dad wanting to eat healthy?

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