Chapter 20
What is she overwhelmed
Nikki feels stressed about school and basketball in Chapter 20.
What does Nikki learn about her biological father in Chapter 21?
What does Nikki learn about her biological father in Chapter 21?
She learns that her mom hid important information about him.
Why does Nikki have a bad basketball practice in Chapter 22?
Because she is upset and distracted by family problems.
Who comforts or tries to talk to Nikki when she’s upse
Her mom
Which teammate notices Nikki isn’t playing well?
Adris
Who is struggling the most with emotions during these chapter
Nikki
How does Nikki feel after she learns the truth about her dad?
Hurt, confused, and angry
What emotion affects Nikki’s ability to focus during practice?
Stress
What does Nikki realize she needs to do instead of keeping problems inside?
Talk to others and ask for help.
How does Coach react to Nikki’s poor performance?
The coach notices she isn’t focused.
How does Nikki think in this chapter
free 400 points
Why does Nikki start missing shots in Chapter 22
Her mind is on her family issues, not the game.
What happens to Nikki’s mood after the argument with her mom?
She becomes sad and frustrated.
How does learning about her dad affect Nikki’s behavior?
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She becomes distracted and emotional.
Why does Nikki avoid talking to her friends about what’s happening?
She feels embarrassed and doesn’t know how to explain it.