Vocab
An organized event where a number of races or other sporting contests are held. (n)
The vocab word is meet.
During the last race of the season, Amy hurt her knee.
Why is Amy unhappy at the beginning of the story?
a. because she does not want to talk to her sister Natalie
b. because she does not want to be on the track team anymore
c. because she does not have anyone to practice running with
d. because she does not think she will be ready for her next track meet
d. because she does not think she will be ready for her next track meet
To run at full speed over a short distance. (v)
The vocab word is sprint.
Why does Amy feel frustrated talking to her dad?
Amy feels frustrated because he dad doesn't understand why she is upset.
How does Natalie help Amy solve her problem?
a. by suggesting that Amy practices with Madison
b. by teaching Amy different ways of staying calm
c. by telling Amy that all she has to do is try her best
d. by showing Amy how to take better care of her knee
a. by suggesting that Amy practices with Madison
To take part in a contest. (v)
The vocab word is compete.
What does Madison compliment Amy for?
Madison compliments Amy for her form.
How do Amy and Madison help each other? Explain.
Amy and Madison help each other by giving each other tips on their techniques for running. Amy teaches Madison to keep her elbows close to her body while Madison teaches Amy to conserve her energy by running slower than normal for the first half of the race and speeding up for the second half.
Relating or belonging to a single or particular person. (adj)
The vocab word is personal.
What did Madison need help with for her running skills?
Madison needed help keep her arms in when she was running like you are meant to
To prevent someone or something from continuing to a destination. (v)
The vocab word is intercept.
How does Amy end the story? Is she happy or sad?
Amy ends the story happy because she had achieved her personal best.