Figurative Language
Why do they use figurative language in the Crossover?
Its purpose is to add an extra layer of understanding or resonance to the text.
What does rule #1 mean?
"In this game of life your family is the court and the ball is your heart.
What is the tone of basketball rule #3?
This is giving a tone of determination.
What is josh bells nickname?
Filthy McNasty
Who is da man in the crossover?
Who is Chuck Bell
What does this quote mean? Your fresh and new, like a red corvette.
This means that he is nice and clean just like a corvette.
What is the meaning of rule three? “Never let anyone lower your goals. Other's expectations of you are determined by their limitations of life. The sky is your limit, sons. Always shoot for the sun and you will shine”
This means that you should focus on your self nd nobody else.
What is the tone of the first page in the crossover?
The tone of the first page is confidence and energetic.
Why was josh bell getting made fun of?
He was getting made fun of because of his nickname.
How does chuck bell help influence with josh bell?
Chuck bell influences josh bells game by motivating him.
What does the quote never let anyone lower your goals mean?
This mean that you should not let anyone stop you from completing your goals.
What is the meaning of this quote? Your shots whistled. Like a train pulling into the station.
This quote means his hot was very nice and clean.
What is the tone of the basketball rule #1?
The tone is never give up no matter what.
What is josh bell like/ what Is his characteristics?
He is talented, smart, confident and is supported by his parents and team.
Who is chuck bell?
He is a retired basketball player who led the European league to a championship title.
What does this metaphor mean? Your game so sweet, it's a crepes suzette.
This means that he is very good at basketball.
why is rule 4 important? If you miss enough of life's free throws you will pay in the end.
Its saying that free throws count too, and you can't afford to miss them, it also speaks to missed opportunities in one's life
What is the tone of page 30, the show?
The tone is very engaging and bold?
Why did Jordan bell cut off josh bells dreads?
Jordan cut off his dreads because he lost a bet.
How does chuck bell see josh bell as a basketball player?
He wants josh bell to become a basketball player just like him.
What type of figurative language is this? If anyone else called me fresh and sweet, I'd burn mad as a flame.
Simile
What is the meaning of basketball rule #2?
This poem is saying to never give up and to grind and practice your way to the top.
What is the tone of basketball rule #2?
The tone is very positive and beneficial.
Who is josh bells idol?
Michel Jordan
What is chuck bells characteristics?
Chuck bell is proud, supportive and stubborn.